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[QUOTE=paterno;952629]I'd never characterize the 87 as 'shrill and thin'. I personally would say it is more on the 'thick' side. A bit too much for my taste. Over the years I've tried them on different things, but invariably they only end up as conga mics and rooms mics. I know others have had very different experiences, but this has been mine.

There is no doubt it has been used on a ton of records, as Bob O mentioned above. For me it's one of those mics, like a 414, that has limited application in my world. I have found the 67 to be much more useful and versatile.

John,
what mics do you recommend or use in place of a u87 and 414? I guess what I'm asking is, what are a few of your "go to" mics? And is there a certain mic you will always put up, or take to every studio with you? Not trying to hijack the thread, just love to get the professionals opion on what they use instead.

thanks,
michael bliss