Brauner Phanthera vs U87..need some advice!

[fredweb]

hi everyone

i had a chance to use both mics,but in different studio, and i love both. I can't really decide wich one to get, since i can have each one at the same price (1600$ u87 used, brauner new).
do someone has some experience with the 2 mic?
These are some info about my needings:
I'm building a small project studio and i need a good workhorse mic to compliments my royer r121 and a sm57. I bought an api lunchbox loaded with 1 512c and a monogama and i have a gap pre 73 too.
I primarily record acoustic guitars voice and some minimal drumset, playing folk and some nick caveish music.
hope someone can help me!

Greetings from italy!
Federico

[aremos]

Phantera.
NEW & better.

[Magic Alex]

I own a Panthera, and love it. I have used a u87AI frequently.

Whenever I buy high end stuff, I consider resale. That's why I steer clear of Chinese made, little known manufacturers, or gear that doesn't have a good reputation.

The price you can get the Brauner for is good, but if you have to sell later on, you lose on depreciation. Expect to lose about $400.

The u87 is an excellent deal. If you had to sell later, you may even make a profit. When buying used stuff, there's always the risk of it being damaged, or mistreated...but you know it's good.

Personally, I'd go with the u87. You can always get a new Panthera, but a u87 in great condition at that price may be risky.

As for commenting on pairing it with your style, no need to comment. You've used both, so you already know!

[aremos]

Originally Posted by Magic Alex

Whenever I buy high end stuff, I consider resale.

If the OP is looking for a good mic then he should get the better one (Phantera). If the Phantera is a bettter mic it will definitely hold it's value.

Anyone in "high end" knows the quality of a Brauner ...
and down the road would most probably buy a used one over a used U87.

[fredweb]

i take my decision.
This morning i found a studio in rome that have the phanthera and the u87i.

they've been so kind to let me do a blind test.
I recorded voice(speech and singing), guitar , tambourine , shackers and for every application my preference fall everytine on one mic.
That mic was the brauner: i found that it was more focused detailed and rich.
And extremely cheaper than u87.
So i bought it

[Magic Alex]

Originally Posted by fredweb

i take my decision.
This morning i found a studio in rome that have the phanthera and the u87i.

they've been so kind to let me do a blind test.
I recorded voice(speech and singing), guitar , tambourine , shackers and for every application my preference fall everytine on one mic.
That mic was the brauner: i found that it was more focused detailed and rich.
And extremely cheaper than u87.
So i bought it

Congrats on the Brauner, you won't be disappointed! Neumann is such a well respected name that I think that the reputation makes up for the cost. There are many Mics out there that perform just as well, or better, for the same price. Brauner is one of them.

[StarfishMusic]

Just to throw in there Lawson l47mkii is another one and is 2k. It demolishes a u87. Vocals are amazing, havent tried on ac though.

[E.rOk.stA]

Originally Posted by fredweb

i take my decision.
This morning i found a studio in rome that have the phanthera and the u87i.

they've been so kind to let me do a blind test.
I recorded voice(speech and singing), guitar , tambourine , shackers and for every application my preference fall everytine on one mic.
That mic was the brauner: i found that it was more focused detailed and rich.
And extremely cheaper than u87.
So i bought it

I was gonna say, if you're buyin' it for clients to see then I'd say the 87. If it was for your voice to sound the best get the Phanthera. Glad you're happy with your decision.