Oktava MK-219 - "Best Room Mic Ever"
This mic has one of the most realistic room sounds around. No coloring. It is a very flat microphone. We have used these mics for years for room sounds and acoustic guitars. That is the two best a…
Neumann U 87 - "One of the BEST but Expensive"
I have used U87s for 30 years and I must say they are the best microphone for vocals (aside from the 3K bump) that you will ever find. I do like the U67 better if you have the money. It is the best …
Audio-Technica AT835b - "Good choice for field recording!"
The Audio Technica AT 825b is an electret condenser primarily used for audio/visual work and for field recording. OVERALL OPINION The AT 835b is an excellent choice for A/V applications. It's port…
Audio-Technica AT825 - "Good Stereo Mic"
The Audio Technica 825 is a dual element electret condenser mic. It could be used live or in the home or pro studio and will deliver a good phase coherent sound everytime. I have used it both in live…
Neumann TLM 67 - BeyondR's review
Neumann TLM67 SetZ Large-Diaphragm Microphone is a recording mic but that can be used also for live performances. It uses a condenser technology. OVERALL OPINION Neumann TLM67 SetZ Large-Diaphragm…
Neumann TLM 102 - BeyondR's review
Neumann TLM102 Studio Microphone is a recording mic. It uses a condenser technology. OVERALL OPINION Neumann TLM102 Studio Microphone is a great product made by the famous Neumann company. What I…
Audio-Technica AT4041 - "Good Overhead Mic that can double as an instrument Mic as well!"
The Audio Technica AT4041 is a small electret condenser, what is commonly called a "pencil condenser". I've used this mic in nearly every situation that I could throw at it. It will perform just as w…
CAD M179 - "A Great Mic"
The CAD M179 is a well built condenser mic with quality and options rarely, if ever, found for it's price range. I personally have never used it live, I bought it for in-studio work only, but I thin…
AKG C 414 B-XL II - BeyondR's review
AKG C 414 B-XL II is a recording mic that can be used as well for live performances. It uses a condenser technology that gives a wide dynamic range and a rich sound. OVERALL OPINION The thing that…
MXL V87 - BeyondR's review
MXL V87 is a recording microphone that uses condenser technology to capture all the nuances and timbre in terms of vocal recordings. OVERALL OPINION What I like most about is, it's the body and the…
Neumann KM 184 - "My precious!!!"
Small diaphragm Condensor for universal use. OVERALL OPINION This microphone can do everything, except boomy bases. If you are looking for a smooth, natural sound in particular for instruments…
JZ Microphones Vintage 11 - "Such a pleasant surprise!"
The JZ Microphones Vintage 11 is a large diaphragm condenser mic with cardioid pattern. OVERALL OPINION When I decided to try it out for the first time I wasn't sure what to expect. Mainly because …
Blue Microphones Dragonfly - " Perfect for me"
translatedBlue Dragonfly. Taken its mixed live and studio. Condenser microphone large diaphragm, beautiful even if suspension (comes with) does not seem very useful at first. OVERALL OPINION I use this…
Oktava MK-012-01 MSP2 - " Swiss army knife?"
translatedStatic small paired membranes, cardioid,-10db pad screw. Russian-made response curves of each micro handwritten. OVERALL OPINION Purchased recently, not much recoil. I have tried a lot but I us…
Neumann TLM 170 R - " Finish / Sharpness"
translatedmicrophone used for voice / guitar. you know the sound I am very demanding! How I sold micro ... . OVERALL OPINION how long: 1day (I did not need to hear that more is kings). if I try anothe…