SM57

[jarbar]

Hi Tchad

I've heard that the SM57 is one of you favorite mics.

What is it about this mic that appeals to you?

Or rather, what is it about a sound source that makes you feel that a 57 would be the perfect mic with which to capture it?

Thanks a bunch!

Jarrett

[tchadb]

Originally Posted by jarbar

Hi Tchad

I've heard that the SM57 is one of you favorite mics.

What is it about this mic that appeals to you?

Or rather, what is it about a sound source that makes you feel that a 57 would be the perfect mic with which to capture it?

Thanks a bunch!

Jarrett

I often go for convenience and what's more convenient than a 57? I'm just not interested in spending two hours looking for the perfect mic losing a performance in the meantime. 57's have always worked well for me. I know them. Great proximity effect.
You can also use them as a hammer.