Good condensor mic to mix with SM57 for snare top micage
- Thread starter drew_drummer
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I'll see if I can try it together with an SM57 when I get back to uni.
Trevoire520
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Audio Technica ATM450 can handle up to 153dB SPL and is about £180. Still a bit pricey but getting closer to your budget.
timislegend
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you could also remove the output step-up transformer (in the 57) and just boost the preamp +10db
*this will increase the bass rersponse (of the 57) resulting in a "fuller/smooth" sound.
oh... some of the engineers i work with tell me that the shure sm137 is a secret weapon for snares (although, i've never tried it).
*this will increase the bass rersponse (of the 57) resulting in a "fuller/smooth" sound.
oh... some of the engineers i work with tell me that the shure sm137 is a secret weapon for snares (although, i've never tried it).
darthjujuu
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anyone ever try a c1000? or maybe a cheap pencil condenser to add some nice brightness? i always find myself high-shelving snares (using just a 57) so now i'm super into this idea, although my condenser collection is pretty lame.
timislegend
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i've never used the c1000 on snare... but i have on hh.
typically, i will have a go with the standard selection (57/421/81/184) for a drumkit... then, if i am unhappy with the "standard" sound of those mics i will gravitate to a more unique selection... (josephson e22s/peluso p28(pair)/gefell um92)
for me: the best combo for snare has been modded 57 (top) / beyerdynamic m88 bottom.
crillemannen
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+1. You cant imagine how good this one sounds on snare. Perfect !!! not cheap, but not expensive either!!!
I have 4 of em, for snare and toms
heshian46
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I've also paired a AT4040 and a 57 with good results. Not quite as clean as the 414 is, but it does the job well.
And I picked up my 4040 for under $200 on ebay.
And I picked up my 4040 for under $200 on ebay.
