southbound_60
10 posts
Feb 06, 2010
4:37 PM
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I'm looking to buy a mic to mic my 5w champ.I'm looking at a Sennhieser e609 dynamic,it is a good brand name, and reasonably priced.Any thoughts on this particular mic, or a comparable model?
Martin
Last Edited by on Feb 06, 2010 4:42 PM
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ZackPomerleau
692 posts
Feb 06, 2010
4:52 PM
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It looks pretty good. Of course, there is always the old standby, the Shure SM57, but there are probably better mics out there now.
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Scrapboss
51 posts
Feb 06, 2010
4:55 PM
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This is the set up I use to mic my small amps.
http://www.guitarcenter.com/Audix-Cab-Grabber-703590-i1437683.gc?source=4WWRWXGB
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=shure+545&N=0&InitialSearch=yes
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jasonL
10 posts
Feb 07, 2010
8:57 AM
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Scrapboss, can you tell me why you are going with a 545 instead of a 57?
what is the difference in performance for these mics? any help would be appreciated.
thanks
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southbound_60
11 posts
Feb 07, 2010
10:05 AM
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Scrapboss, I really like the mike holerd. does it mar the finish on you amp at all? I also am fond of Shure mics, maybe I'l try the 545 instead....
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HTrain
6 posts
Feb 07, 2010
10:54 AM
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I'm using the e609 after a recommendation of a harp playing friend and am totally happy with it as an amp mic. Lies flat on the grill of the amp and transfers exactly what the amp is putting out without any coloration added.
I tried a few others (sm57 and RE10) which were fine but this is so much easier to set up - no stand or boom to fuss with. Just plug in, drape over the amp at your desired spot. I put a dot on my grill so I knew where I wanted the mic so it was quick to place and it stays there.
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HarpNinja
147 posts
Feb 07, 2010
1:40 PM
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I use the e906 which is the expensive one...I love it. the 57 works great and makes a great back up mic for me, BUT I have to use a mic stand for it. The Sennheiser sounds great and let's me just drape the mic. I used it in studio too.
I think you'd like the e609 for its price and ease of use.
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pharpo
149 posts
Feb 07, 2010
4:25 PM
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I picked up a Peavey PVM 325 on e-bay very cheap. I does a fantastic job, however I do put it on a short stand. I was draping a 57 over the top before.....this does a much better job.
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southbound_60
14 posts
Feb 07, 2010
8:39 PM
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Thanks fellas for all the input!! I'm still trying to dial in all the wired for sound stuff, just started playing amped about a year ago! I think I'm gonna go with the sennhieser e609,like the shape,it seems like it will lay flat,nicely!Hey HarpNinja, I see your e906 in your myspace videos, what kind of amp is that?
Last Edited by on Feb 07, 2010 8:41 PM
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HarpNinja
149 posts
Feb 08, 2010
6:49 AM
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I had an Allen Old Flame...then I ran it side by side with a HarpGear Double Trouble, sold it and bought the DT.
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