Sennheiser 421 v. EV N/D 308b for kick drum

[roomtemp]

I've used an EV 308 on my kick for years but have a 421 coming to me. Any thoughts on how they'll stack up in a head-to-head? I have a 20" non-ported kick and 22" and 24" inch ported kicks. Might one be more appropriate for some of those drums than others? They'll be used more in a live setting rather than studio.

Not a bad dilemma to have, though. EVs on snare and toms if it matters. Thanks for any ideas.

 

[jayridge]

The 421 is my go to for kick but most folks seem to have it on their B list when their D12/Beta 52 isn't cutting it. The 421 just sounds more like a kick to me; you'll love it.

 

[bigtoe]

i've never used the 308 - but if it's one of those 'scoopy' type of kick mics ala the D112 - the 421 is a great alternative... as it's not 'scoopy.'

i find using a D112 type mic on kick and a 421 on bass (or vice versa) is a really good way to help those two instruments distinguish themselves from each other. they've got a nice yin/yang thing happening.

Mike