SM81 -10db rolloff, on OHs?

Devon8822 · 10th February 2012

Should I be using my -10db rolloff on my SM81s when I have them as overhead mics?

Gamelan · 10th February 2012

Only if you are pegging the input meters without it. I've not needed the -10 with SM81's until it gets close to a drum. The output level is relatively low compared to some other condensers. I suppose it depends on where they are placed overhead and how loud the drums are in the room. But, either way, if the levels are good, why would you need the pad?

evangelista · 10th February 2012

I generally flip the pad on when using 81's for OH. I like the way it hits the pres better in most cases. If that sounds too "clean", I'll take the pads out and let the inputs to the pres sweat a little more.

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Devon8822 Gear maniac Joined: Mar 2011 Posts: 232 Thread Starter	SM81 -10db rolloff, on OHs? Should I be using my -10db rolloff on my SM81s when I have them as overhead mics?

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evangelista Lives for gear Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,342	I generally flip the pad on when using 81's for OH. I like the way it hits the pres better in most cases. If that sounds too "clean", I'll take the pads out and let the inputs to the pres sweat a little more. __________________ http://www.discogs.com/artist/Ivan+Evangelista http://www.reverbnation.com/mrsglass

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10th February 2012	#2
Gamelan Gear addict Joined: Jan 2011 Posts: 390	Only if you are pegging the input meters without it. I've not needed the -10 with SM81's until it gets close to a drum. The output level is relatively low compared to some other condensers. I suppose it depends on where they are placed overhead and how loud the drums are in the room. But, either way, if the levels are good, why would you need the pad?