Members Gravity Posted March 7, 2009 Members Share Posted March 7, 2009 AKG D5http://pro-audio.musiciansfriend.com/product/AKG-D5-Handheld-Dynamic-Microphone?sku=270475 Electro-Voice N/D767ahttp://pro-audio.musiciansfriend.com/product/ElectroVoice-ND767a-Dynamic-Supercardioid-Vocal-Microphone?sku=270058 Sennheiser e845http://pro-audio.musiciansfriend.com/product/Sennheiser-E845-Pro-Performance-Vocal-Mic-?sku=270827 I was originally looking at the Sennheiser because I've been happy with the e835 that I've had for a while. Why do I want a supercardioid? Because I want to try something different and I want to see what all this "most gain before feedback" stuff is about. And why these mics to choose from? I like the price points. The mic will see 90% of its use in my rehearsal space. Also, when I get a new mic, I can pass the e835 along to my bass player so that he has something decent to sing into. So what do you all think? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members agedhorse Posted March 7, 2009 Members Share Posted March 7, 2009 How about a Beta 58? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Gravity Posted March 7, 2009 Author Members Share Posted March 7, 2009 I used to have a standard 58 and preferred the Senn 835 to it. The Senn sounded more clear to me. I just assumed the same comparison would apply between the Beta58 and the Senn 845. No? I take it you prefer the beta 58 over the others that I listed? Thanks for the reply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members abzurd Posted March 7, 2009 Members Share Posted March 7, 2009 I can only compare the Sennheiser 845 to the Beta. I like the Beta58A better (use it for 90% of our show). It's a good balance of cutting through the mix and gain before feedback. I've used a half dozen mics and none have had more GBF than the 58A. It does have some proximity effect, yet is best if you're right up on it. So it just depends if that's for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Mogwix Posted March 7, 2009 Members Share Posted March 7, 2009 The e845 and e945 mics are great. I use them and the e835 and 935's regularly. I've never used the EV but it gets great reviews. I've never been fond of AKG's mics, other than say the C451 or C414. Shure's Beta 58 is a good contender, don't discount it. It sounds a lot different than the SM58. More expensive, but the Audix OM6 and OM7 mics are great and I use them a lot as well. The OM6 is a more versataile mic, works great for a lot of different voices and situations, while the OM7 is geared towards rappers and loud rock singers on tight, extremely loud stages (best GBF mic that I know of). The polar pattern is extremely tight, and may not be the best mic for singing guitarists where the mic is to be on a stand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members agedhorse Posted March 7, 2009 Members Share Posted March 7, 2009 I just assumed the same comparison would apply between the Beta58 and the Senn 845. No? I take it you prefer the beta 58 over the others that I listed?Thanks for the reply. Not at all the same comparison. The Beta is totally different. I actually like both mics, for different purposes and monitoring situations etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Gravity Posted March 8, 2009 Author Members Share Posted March 8, 2009 Found some 845S's on Ebay for $65 shipped. So I'm going to roll with that. They look legit and the seller seems solid ... so hopefully I won't get a fake! Thanks for all the input ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members AdamCh311 Posted March 8, 2009 Members Share Posted March 8, 2009 I second the beta 58, and it is a very good mic for gain before feedback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members agedhorse Posted March 8, 2009 Members Share Posted March 8, 2009 Found some 845S's on Ebay for $65 shipped. So I'm going to roll with that. They look legit and the seller seems solid ... so hopefully I won't get a fake!Thanks for all the input ! New or used? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Members agedhorse Posted March 9, 2009 Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 Beware, there are fake Sennheiser mics on the market too. Be sure you know the vendor when the price is this cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Gravity Posted March 9, 2009 Author Members Share Posted March 9, 2009 yep ... I'll know in a couple of days. If it's fake I'm sending it right back. Seller has a good return policy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Gravity Posted March 12, 2009 Author Members Share Posted March 12, 2009 got it today every reference that I've checked it against has not led me to believe it's a fake plugged it in and sang a bit back to back with the 835 and couldn't really hear much of a difference ... but I'm not fined tuned to subtle differences either won't be able to give it any kind of workout till next week so far so good ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Munsterduane Posted March 19, 2009 Members Share Posted March 19, 2009 I have used AKG D3800 mics for quite some time Luv their sound and durability have them paired up with the AKG wireless mic capsules, which they no longer make and we also have a Sennheiser E135 wireless great mic lots and lots of power and great sound Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Gomer Pyle Posted March 20, 2009 Members Share Posted March 20, 2009 EV PL80, if the new ones sound like the originals, you'll be very happy, Paul. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members agedhorse Posted March 20, 2009 Members Share Posted March 20, 2009 I just found 2 original PL-80's. they are officially available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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