Nady Small Diaphram Condenser Microphone Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a drummer with a home studio. I was looking for a small condensor to place over my ride cymbal to gain a tad more control aside from the stereo over heads I am already using. This mic was my choice because of my past experience with Nady products and the price. It has a full clear sound with very high gain. What I actually ended up doing was using it as my Hi Hat mic and using the AKG i had over the ride with fantastic results. The only thing I can say is the mic does not have a low end roll off switch which would make it it top notch, but that was easy to remedy by just using a parametric EQ to gain the results I wanted. 2 thumbs up for the Nady condensor. Just the price alone makes it worth buying

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The DM Series Drum/Percussion/Instrument Dynamic Microphones are equipped to handle extremely high sound pressure levels without distortion. The DM Series microphones are ideal for live and studio closemiking of all types of drums and percussion instruments, and also for accurate sonic reproduction of brass, woodwind and other instruments producing high sound fields. The CM-90 is a Classic small diaphragm (20mm) condenser mic. Perfect for recording and stage reinforcement of acoustic guitar, drum overheads, hi-hats, snares, piano, and horns. High sensitivity, extended smooth, full frequency response and very high SPL capability Transformerless design for minimal self-noise and increased dynamic range Rugged, turned-brass housing internal sub-assembly shockmount, and engraved markings Requires 48V phantom powerSpecifications:Type: True condenser pressure-gradient microphone with 0.79 inch(20mm) diaphragm and FET Polar pattern:Cardioid Open circuit sensitiity: 14mV/Pa=-37dBV (0dBV=1V/Pa)Frequency range: 40 to 16000HzRated output impedance: < 200 OhmsRecommend load Impedance: -1000 OhmsMax. SPL (1% THD @1000Hz): 131dBEquivalent noise level to DIN 45405(CCIR 468-2): 28DB Max.SPL (1% THD @1000Hz): 131dBPower requirement: +48VDC phantom powerEquivalent noise level to DIN 45405(CCIR 468-2): 28DBIEC 268-4(A weighted): 19dB-AS/N ratio re 1Pa: 75dBCurrent cons

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CAD Professional Mics E100S Supercardioid Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone Review

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(More customer reviews)I have a modest home studio, and my recordings have received kind comments from listeners and fellow engineers alike. Though I am on a budget like almost everyone else, I take my equipment seriously, and believe that one is better off saving for what will deliver widely-recognized quality, rather than trying to economize by buying the minimum you need to get a recording done. When you buy too cheap, you often end up spending 3x what you would have spent (for the good stuff) in money lost through trade-ups--because you just can't get happy.
My personal philosophy out of the way, I have respectable gear that can help me tell the difference between a decent mic and a wannabe.
I tested the e100s through a Metric HALO ULN-2 extended, Logic Pro-9, ADAM A-7 Monitors, and various reference quality headphones, including the AKG K-701 and Ultrasone PRO 750s.
I used the mic by itself, X/Y with a Peluso CEMC-6 SMC, and in an M/S configuration with a RODE K-2 Tube mic. I recorded both vocals and acoustic guitar (this last being my personal favorite for showing up crappy wannabe equipment. Transients, fundamentals, and harmonics from a quality guitar are a great test for mics, pre-amps and monitors, and I have two guitars I tried: a Martin D-35, and a Larrivée LV-05e).
The e100s didn't disappoint. It delivered nicely textured, transparent sound, and as a bonus (especially for those of us who want to make clean, quiet, acoustic recordings), it wasuncannily, blissfully, quiet. I mean quiet. Did I say quiet?
My ULN-2 has something like a 125dB S/N Ratio, and this mic made it worth the investment. Holy-moly. I've used Neumann, RODE, Peluso, MXL, etc., etc... this mike is the quietest of them all...even quieter than the TLM-103.
Great sound. Dead quiet. Buy it.

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Engineered and built in the USA, the new E100S large diaphragm supercardioid condenser has the lowest noise floor in its class (3.7 dBA) and the smooth vintage tone and robust low end CAD is known for. The bootstrapped, full differential Quadra-FET front end delivers high sensitivity and low distortion, plus CAD's proprietary circuitry ensures the highest performance. The nickel plated 1" capsule delivers accurate phasing on instruments, and a full rich vocal tone, accentuated by the extended low frequency response. Features include an 80Hz hi-pass filter and a 10dB pad. From vocals to percussion, acoustic instruments and everything in between, the CAD Equitek E100S will prove to be one of the most versatile tools in your microphone locker, in the studio or on stage. Vintage woodgrain cherry case and stealth shock mount included. 48V phantom power is required. ApplicationsStudio Vocals Choir Acoustic Instrument Guitar Cabinets Bass Cabinets Strings Piano Cymbals/OverheadsSpecificationsOperating Principle: Condenser Polar Pattern: Supercardioid Frequency Response:

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Marshall Electronics MXL604 Dual Capsule Instrument Miking System Stereo Pair Review

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(More customer reviews)Nice mics -- nothing all that special, but sound good at a decent price. I like the interchangable capsules to switch from cardoid to omni -- very handy.

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Building upon its predecessor, the MXL 603, the new MXL 604 delivers a wide dynamic range making this new microphone suitable for the most demanding instrument miking applications according to the company.A cardioid condenser pressure gradient microphone with an interchangeable omni-directional capsule, the MXL 604 features a -10 dB attenuation switch that enables the microphone to better handle high sound pressure levels, along with selectable low frequency roll-off capability to compensate for proximity effect or to eliminate wind noise during outdoor recording. This combination of features makes the microphone the perfect choice for recording acoustic guitar, as well as ambient and overhead drum miking.

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MXL MXL 990 Condenser Microphone with Shockmount Review

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(More customer reviews)It's hard to beat this mic on price. I have one and often use it for home recording projects, demos and such. It's a good inexpensive way to record vocals, but I find the sound a bit muddy, and often come back with eq to turn down some of the low-mid frequencies. Now there are a number of condensers coming out in this low price range, and I've tried a few of them and haven't yet found a cheap one I like any better than this. For finished products, I'd use a better mic if available, but this one will work with a bit of EQ and a careful ear.
The mic requires phantom power, so I got the Art Tube MP preamp to go with it. That preamp warms up the sound and really helps this mic out compared to the built-in mic pre-amps on my board.

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The MXL 990 Condenser Microphone with Shock Mount has a silky, sweet high end while retaining tight, solid low and midrange reproduction. The 3/4" gold-sputtered diaphragm creates a professional sound suited for digital and analog recording. Attractive vintage body style with champagne finish. 30Hz-20kHz frequency response. 130dB maximum SPL. Includes custom shock mount, mic stand adapter, and case. Requires phantom power.

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