Question for the engineers here

[Jerseystar]

Can someone seriously recommend me a good PZM microphone? I mean to ask from your personal experience especially if you've compared it other PZMs. I've used many many mics but never had one such in my studio before.

Regards

 

[Enjaykayb]

Depending on what application you want to use a PZM mic for, you may want to look at the one's that CROWN makes. Here is the link for more details: http://www.crownaudio.com/mic_web/pzm.htm

 

[hardpan]

Yes, what's your application?

If it's for kick drum then the Shure Beta 91 is definitely one to consider.

 

[Jerseystar]

Thanks you guys

Do you guys actually have one such in your studios/workplace so that I can drop by and audition? I just would need to hear it to decide.

I'd preferably go for one that's got a more natural sound than a hyped sound but I am intrigued how it would work in a bass drum like the Shure 91. I've never recorded kick drum like that (i.e flat on a pillow) cause I think lots of tone comes from the fron head. But if the Shure 91 does a good job capturing the actual sound of the drum I wouldn't mind investing in one.

 

[RolandLim]

ok sorry to butt in , but while PZMs are great and all...


the new standard in kick mic to me is the Audix D6. i used to go for the D112 plus condensor combo but the D6 just get the combined of a D112 plus condensor ....in one mic NO phase worries and easy to handle


just my 2 cents.

 

[Jerseystar]

Dude, I always appreciate serious comments. Thanks. I was actually just considering a multipurpose PZM but since you brought up the D6, this is interesting.

I have a D112 and Beta52A and I've tried the Audio Technica ATM25. I've never tried an Audix D6 but I've heard of that mic. Do you have a sample audio of the D6?

Thanx again.

 

[blueprintstudios]

d6 is the mic which was 'nicknamed phrased : just throw it into the kickdrum/mike it up anyway you like it and it will still sound good'

i have one

 

[Enjaykayb]

... And for those of you with a budget, you may also want to check out the Earthwork's Microphone Kit for recording Drums. Simply amazing...