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666666 · 26th March 2007

I recently gathered a bunch of mics to test on drum overheads. A few friends and I plan on conducting a drum overhead mic shootout very soon, will be happy to post high quality clips when done.

I'm still looking to get a few more pairs of mics for this shootout. Would specifically like to try some more large diaphragm condensers (since I have mostly small diaphragm condensers on hand at this point). I'd appreciate some suggestions. What LARGE diaphragm condensers do you guys like on overheads?

Also, how about ribbon mics? I've noted that the Beyer M160 has been recommended for overheads here. Any other good ribbon mics for drums that can stand up to very high SPLs (because I'd like to potentially test overhead mics for assorted drum close miking as well)?

To sum up this post, what mics to you like BEST for drum overheads?

Thank you.

26th March 2007	#1
666666 Lives for gear Joined: Jan 2005 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 2,561 Thread Starter	Drum overhead mic shootout - suggestions I recently gathered a bunch of mics to test on drum overheads. A few friends and I plan on conducting a drum overhead mic shootout very soon, will be happy to post high quality clips when done. I'm still looking to get a few more pairs of mics for this shootout. Would specifically like to try some more large diaphragm condensers (since I have mostly small diaphragm condensers on hand at this point). I'd appreciate some suggestions. What LARGE diaphragm condensers do you guys like on overheads? Also, how about ribbon mics? I've noted that the Beyer M160 has been recommended for overheads here. Any other good ribbon mics for drums that can stand up to very high SPLs (because I'd like to potentially test overhead mics for assorted drum close miking as well)? To sum up this post, what mics to you like BEST for drum overheads? Thank you.