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GYang · 4th March 2005

After testing Soundelux ELUX 251 (really excellent mic), parallel to Lawson 251 and Telefunken USA ELAM 251, I found it is almost impossible to distinguish them sonically.
Well, I know that after intense use with time some subtle nuances and differences might be more apparent, but for time being I see 3 virtually same mics, although the prices are quite different. It is likely that Telefunken is just slightly closer to original in sound.
Any opinion on reasons which one to choose finally (not related to costs).

GYang

4th March 2005	#1
GYang Lives for gear Joined: Nov 2004 Location: here Posts: 4,290 Thread Starter	Decided to add ELAM 251, but which one exactly After testing Soundelux ELUX 251 (really excellent mic), parallel to Lawson 251 and Telefunken USA ELAM 251, I found it is almost impossible to distinguish them sonically. Well, I know that after intense use with time some subtle nuances and differences might be more apparent, but for time being I see 3 virtually same mics, although the prices are quite different. It is likely that Telefunken is just slightly closer to original in sound. Any opinion on reasons which one to choose finally (not related to costs). GYang