| Here's my list.
1) U87 - I'm not an 87 fanboy, but I definitely think this had the best capture. Very open, very clear, natural. Defined, evenly balanced.
2) The 67 - it had woofy lows, but I think that gave it a certain body and attitude. If this was solo guitar and voice type of song, I would probably prefer the 67 as my first choice. However, in terms of mix content, I know I'm gonna have to suck those lows.
3) The flea 47. A little "warmer" than the 87, and little less woofy than the 67. This would be my second choice for "in the mix" mic, and second choice for solo guitar and voice. Depending on the context I might consider this over the 87 in the mix - it's a little blurrier, but holds the low mids a bit more. But most tracks I'd probably take the 87 first.
4) The Swedien No1 - The transients popped a little too hard for me - otherwise it was very similar to the 87. I just know it's going to need a little cleaning come mix time with that top end and those spikey strings.
5) c800G - this one had a little less of the transient that the Swedien had, but it also sounded hollower. This would be my last choice in either the mix or solo scenario except....
6) the AT4050 - I thought this one sounded unnatural. Cartoony. The upper mid pushed feels artificial and blurry. A little too sleepy sounding. |