AEA R88 vs Royer SF-12 for drum ohs????

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The Realm <bluesky@knology.net> wrote:
>I am looking into buying one of these stereo mics for drum OHs.
>
>I am wondering if anyone has heard a comparison of the two for this
>application and what your opinions are....i mostly do rock music...

I don't think I'd pick either. Why do you want this? Are you trying
to soften cymbal sounds?
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In article <bubeg1pvhau109qedhjddpgqbq0ntih984@4ax.com> bluesky@knology.net writes:

> I am wondering if anyone has heard a comparison of the two for this
> application and what your opinions are....i mostly do rock music...

A stereo ribbon mic can make a pretty good overall drum pickup (not
overhead, but rather out front) if you have a good drummer in a good
room, but the conventional "overhad" job is usually more appropriately
handled by a pair of condenser mics. If you already have plenty of
mics, sure, give it a try, but I'd suggest renting first to see what
it does for you.

But if you have to make a choice, the Royer is smaller and lighter.
Buy the AEA and you'll probably want to invest in a larger and heavier
stand than what you have now in order to protect your investment in
the microphone.

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