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Originally Posted by audiovisceral  sm57s only really go 40hz-15khz. don't see how you'll capture much hf or low thump that way...  |
This is plenty of range to get great drum sounds. A 40-50ish Hz signal will shake your chest; once you get below 40, you can't really discern the low end anyway. The 15 Hz top end limit might not have as much "air" as a good condenser, but it's plenty of high end to capture the attack of the drums. The high-end roll off can even be a blessing with cymbals, depending on the sound you're going for.