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The U89 and U87ai are very different.
The 87 has a unique "hook" in the high frequencies that I like on many things. It makes the sound stand out in a mix with no EQ required. My girlfriend (a singer and guitarist) says the 87 has a sexy sound.
The U89 IMHO is a smoother, flatter response, that sounds more like an AKG 414.
When I'm in a hurry to record my drum set I put my 89 overhead (a bit in front of the drummers forehead) and it captures a very smooth and natural sound of the entire kit.
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