Collection and delivery costs are included for the first 2 years in the event of an item becoming faulty They are an ideal addition to the smaller or home studio. Giving you an audio performance that is more than acceptable at a very affordable price point. But also with a variety of options for how and where you use them. compared with two to four times more expensive, of Rode NT5 ( https://www.gearslutz.com/board/attachments/gear-shoot-outs-sound-file-comparisons-audio-tests/124929d1244972790-six-cardio-sdc-pairs-grand-piano-1.mp3 ), The Oktava MK-012 cardio ( https://www.gearslutz.com/board/attachments/gear-shoot-outs-sound-file-comparisons-audio-tests/124930d1244972790-six-cardio-sdc-pairs-grand-piano-2.mp3 ) And the Audio-Technica AT4041 ( https://www.gearslutz.com/board/attachments/gear-shoot-outs-sound-file-comparisons-audio-tests/127126d1246482748-six-cardio-sdc-pairs-grand-piano-5.mp3 )dropoff Window The Rode M5 pair excels in the mid and high frequencies in my opinion, since it doesn’t sound shrill or add any harshness or crispiness to the sound while still sounding open and airy, which is why it works great with guitars, percussion (especially overheads), strings, woodwinds, brass, pianos, and other similar instruments, as well as choirs. Let’s take a look at the M5 first. These mics come in a matched pair, so you will get two. You’ll notice that they’re long and slim, with a metal body and ceramic coating. Now, this design is meant to give better sound quality while improving durability, so you don’t have to worry about carrying these little mics with you. Of course, this design is also to make it easier to utilize your acoustic instruments, thanks to the small diaphragm that will capture the sound in greater detail.

Next on the list, we have small diaphragm condenser microphones which aren’t really labeled as “matched- or stereo- pairs” that will work perfectly if two are used simultaneously. MXL V67N MXL V67N Important Note: All these microphones also require Phantom Power, just like the Large Diaphragm Condensers, make sure your Audio interface can provide it.The M5 sounds just like a more expensive microphone, but the actual microphone capsule is not replaceable. You might have some trouble if it breaks. You also don’t have a high-pass switch, nor does the actual mic come with any storage or transport box. They are also superb for piano and other acoustic instruments, as I’ve already mentioned. Something Else? The benefits of matched microphones are that a pair would perform exactly alike, making a stereo pair behave in a way that makes a very accurate stereo recording.

As far as recording singing/spoken word goes, I have to say that I generally prefer large condensers for this specific job, however, the M5 does capture singing extremely well and you should find out for yourself if recording vocals with it suits your needs. The build quality is really good, it has an all-metal body and a robust design which should make it last a lifetime. I would have thought that polar patterns and frequency response are more important. Wouldn’t they have greater control over bleed rather than the dynamic or condenser scenario? The Condenser advantage Sadly, it doesn’t have interchangeable capsules but most of the time these kinds of microphones are used with their cardioid capsules anyways. For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.The frequency range of 40Hz-20kHz is quite acceptable, and the SPL, though, is very impressive at 134dB. This will make it suitable to cover a range of instruments, including percussion.

They service 140 countries with over 250 products, and so expansion has been significant. They have achieved this by producing a product that has good quality and serves a basic function. This microphone has a really good-looking green finish with its brand and model number written in gold on the front. This microphone isn’t as well known as the others on this list, but it’s definitely a good choice to take into consideration.

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Small diaphragm condensers are known for having a very flat frequency response, which means that they take a pretty accurate snapshot of your sound without adding too much low-, mid-, or high-end.

The Cardioid pattern is great for studio use. This is because they are not as sensitive as other patterns, such as omnidirectional, to the reflection of sound in the room. However, that doesn’t mean that you don’t need to pay attention to the acoustics of the room just because you have a Cardioid pattern. But that is another discussion. The Target Source Although they do come at a cheap price, this doesn’t mean that they are aimed at beginners. The fact that the C-2 comes in pairs emphasizes this: It enables the user to record in stereo, which isn’t something beginners get into as soon as they start in music recording. As for the price, it’s very affordable, especially considering the fact you get two quality condenser microphones. If an item can not be repaired, a similar alternative product or cash discount (as defined in this policy) will be offered Another issue you have to be careful of with the Cardioid pattern is the Proximity effect. As you move closer to a mic with a Cardioid pattern, you may notice an increase in the lower frequencies. This is known as the proximity effect. It doesn’t occur with an omnidirectional pattern. One con to these microphones is that their capsules aren’t interchangeable, this makes them a lot less versatile since you can’t change their cardioid pattern to any other pattern you could need.The Samson C02 is a great option if you don’t want to spend too much or if you don’t have any experience with pencil microphones and just want to try them out. The “switches” on the face of the mic aren’t really switches but rather indents that cannot be changed unless a sharp object is inserted into the holes where the “switches” should be. These are small diaphragm condenser mics that cover frequencies from 20Hz to 20kHz, which is more than a decent range. This means that you can use them even for bass drum recording, as the low frequencies in drum bass start at around 20Hz. This new small-diaphragm mic provides a good upgrade path for home studios currently working with just dynamic models.