SM81 vs NT5

Re: SM81 vs NT5

Lynx-Audio said:
I like to mic the ride and hat and prefer to under mic (like Evan has said in the past).
Which would you prefer and why?
I have been using the NT5s recently as they are smaller, so they stay out of the way and seem to work well.
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I am not really a big fan of SM81's, so if you like something else I say go for it. On the low dollar end, I have used AT Pro 37's because I have them, and the small size is nice.

If the kit is one of those with a full cage, then I might consider larger/longer mics.
 
Re: SM81 vs NT5

Rob Spence said:
I like to mic the ride and hat and prefer to under mic (like Evan has said in the past).
Which would you prefer and why?
I have been using the NT5s recently as they are smaller, so they stay out of the way and seem to work well.
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I use the NT-5s for recording the show and Behringer c-2 for overheads and Oktava 012 (with attenuator) for HH.

The c-2s have a nifty high pass switch plus a -10 dB position.

I prefer to have the cymbals between the mic and the snare if possible.
 
Re: SM81 vs NT5

Rob Spence said:
I like to mic the ride and hat and prefer to under mic (like Evan has said in the past).
Which would you prefer and why?
I have been using the NT5s recently as they are smaller, so they stay out of the way and seem to work well.
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Close micing cymbals unfortunately eliminates NT5 due to its inability to cope with higher SPL.
For the purpose SM81 is a better choice.
There is, however NT5 'version' with pad which works perfectly. (Rode site is not responding, so I can't give a model name).

(Edit : Site available !! It's NT55)

Even for hi hat NT5 isn't the right choice ... I learned that the hard way :(

SM81 is also the only Shure mic without a 'K' in the model number, that I remotely tolerate.
Really good and not too expensive choice is Beyer's MC930.

Credentials : I own and frequently use all 3 of the mentioned mics. Sometimes in large quantities.
 
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Re: SM81 vs NT5

Ales Dravinec said:
SM81 is also the only Shure mic without a 'K' in the model number, that I remotely tolerate.
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Mr. Dravinec:

I am very interested in this remote tolerance. Is it a special feature available on Shure products only or is it an after-market feature or perhaps something your company has developed independently? Is this a wireless remote or is it similar to phantom power which can be engaged per channel on a digital console? I would be very interested to learn more about this feature and if it can be applied to the onstage "talent" as well as any other borderline segments of the signal chain.

TIA

;:)
 
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Re: SM81 vs NT5

Dick Rees said:
Mr. Dravinec:

I am very interested in this remote tolerance. Is it a special feature available on Shure products only or is it an after-market feature or perhaps something your company has developed independently? I would be very interested to learn more about this feature and if it can be applied to the onstage "talent" as well as any other borderline segments of the signal chain.

TIA

;:)
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Huh ... Dick, please note English is not my native language, so leave room for some wording and spelling errors.
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I wanted to emphasize that I dislike S***e except maybe K(SM) series due to pronounced 'sound' character.
SM81 is a bright exception.
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(maybe I just misunderstood your humor ... )

With respect
 
Re: SM81 vs NT5

Ales Dravinec said:
Close micing cymbals unfortunately eliminates NT5 due to its inability to cope with higher SPL.
For the purpose SM81 is a better choice.
There is, however NT5 'version' with pad which works perfectly. (Rode site is not responding, so I can't give a model name).

(Edit : Site available !! It's NT55)

Even for hi hat NT5 isn't the right choice ... I learned that the hard way :(

SM81 is also the only Shure mic without a 'K' in the model number, that I remotely tolerate.
Really good and not too expensive choice is Beyer's MC930.

Credentials : I own and frequently use all 3 of the mentioned mics. Sometimes in large quantities.
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I strongly disagree with your statement.

The NT-5 has a max SPL of 143 dB. you could use it in a kick drum.
 
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