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Post by gravesnumber9 on May 16, 2024 9:13:58 GMT -6
For mid-heavy guitar-parts, there’s nothing like it on a cab! Oh yeah, I put it on amps and cabs all the time. And you know what? The guitar parts I gravitate to are very mid heavy so you're on to something. |
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Post by chessparov on May 16, 2024 9:35:07 GMT -6
FWIW Alabama Shakes has used the 635a in the Studio...
On Acoustic. I'm probably going to be bringing mine out this Summer... When performing in some Beachside art galleries. Nice for 2-3 Singers to do BGV's on.
Chris
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Post by ericn on May 16, 2024 9:39:49 GMT -6
I shall repeat what I say in every 635a thread, I wonder how much of the love is because it’s people’s only experience with a natural Omni?
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Post by Dan on May 16, 2024 9:53:40 GMT -6
You can also use a pair as overheads if you have a good sounding room tone and use the cardioid sdc pair to spot mic the cymbals.
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Post by Ward on May 16, 2024 10:00:31 GMT -6
I shall repeat what I say in every 635a thread, I wonder how much of the love is because it’s people’s only experience with a natural Omni? I dunno if a freq response from 200hz to 3khz is 'natural' but . . . what do I know? |
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Post by drumsound on May 16, 2024 10:10:18 GMT -6
I can't think of a microphone I like less than the 635 . . . ok, the SM7b and the SM57 maybe Gimme the 635a over either of those other mics any day of the week. I could make a record with a dozen 635A's, easily worse choices! There's a group of use that wanted to do that at an educational conference. We were going to call the session Hammer Time after the Buchanan Hammer. I can't think of a microphone I like less than the 635 . . . ok, the SM7b and the SM57 maybe i have a 635a and the only use i've found for it is a talkback mic for the live room. they are great room mics in general, not just drums, guitars, piano, anything you want to add some space to. You can also use a pair as overheads if you have a good sounding room tone and use the cardioid sdc pair to spot mic the cymbals. I did a really cool record with a mono 635a overhead. I shall repeat what I say in every 635a thread, I wonder how much of the love is because it’s people’s only experience with a natural Omni? I dunno if a freq response from 200hz to 3khz is 'natural' but . . . what do I know? If you're about 70-75 that migh be all you can hear anymore... -- I love the 635a I have 3, and I don't think I've got much more than $150 invested. I like them on guitar amps and drum room most. Taped to the floor, Albini style is super cool for drums. |
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Post by Ward on May 16, 2024 10:19:55 GMT -6
I love the 635a I have 3, and I don't think I've got much more than $150 invested. I like them on guitar amps and drum room most. Taped to the floor, Albini style is super cool for drums. If I come across any 635a's going for a good price, I'll refer you to them! I have some unconventional microphone preferences as well. Variety is the spice of life, or so my girlfriends tell me! |
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Post by drumsound on May 16, 2024 10:26:49 GMT -6
I love the 635a I have 3, and I don't think I've got much more than $150 invested. I like them on guitar amps and drum room most. Taped to the floor, Albini style is super cool for drums. If I come across any 635a's going for a good price, I'll refer you to them! I have some unconventional microphone preferences as well. Variety is the spice of life, or so my girlfriends tell me! Truth. We all hear things and interact with gear differently. One person's trash in another's treasure. |
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Post by drumsound on May 16, 2024 10:32:20 GMT -6
Shit, I forgot to mention that the 635a is GREAT for percussion. Tambourines don't freak it out like so many mics, shakers just sit in the mix.
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Post by kbsmoove on May 16, 2024 10:34:16 GMT -6
i have a 635a and the only use i've found for it is a talkback mic for the live room. they are great room mics in general, not just drums, guitars, piano, anything you want to add some space to. i just find them to be quite bland sounding. i've heard 635s sound ok, but something else has always sounded better to me. |
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Post by Ward on May 16, 2024 12:47:27 GMT -6
Shit, I forgot to mention that the 635a is GREAT for percussion. Tambourines don't freak it out like so many mics, shakers just sit in the mix. That makes perfect sense! I usually use a ribbon for this duty, and lately the M88. |
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Post by jaba on May 16, 2024 13:19:38 GMT -6
Love these things.
Great for dense arrangements when you just want something to sit inside the mix but still be able to discern its details.
Often better than filtering after the fact.
They've been great a few times on an electric 12-string.
Can be great on vocals too especially when you need it to sit deep in the mix (harmonies for sure!)
Tough as nails so bonus points there.
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Post by bradd on May 16, 2024 13:38:00 GMT -6
If it's a source that doesn't need much (or any) low end, they work great. I've just never loved them on drums because I'm missing the bottom I like to hear. The one place I really like them is on the top of a Leslie speaker.
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Post by ericn on May 16, 2024 20:33:57 GMT -6
I shall repeat what I say in every 635a thread, I wonder how much of the love is because it’s people’s only experience with a natural Omni? I dunno if a freq response from 200hz to 3khz is 'natural' but . . . what do I know? Natural as in single diaphragm my friend 😁 |
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Post by miscreantrecords on May 16, 2024 23:17:58 GMT -6
635a is all over Kevin Morby and Sam Cohen records, including vocals. Hard to argue with those results. As one of a myriad of examples. But angain, to each their own. Guess I’m just surprised people actively dislike such a solid mic. Like at worst -maybe it’s boring for some sources/contexts? Hard to argue with those results indeed. Kevin Morby is the real deal. I haven't personally tried a 635a to weigh in. Sounds like it's time. |
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Post by jacobamerritt on May 17, 2024 0:08:55 GMT -6
635a is all over Kevin Morby and Sam Cohen records, including vocals. Hard to argue with those results. As one of a myriad of examples. But angain, to each their own. Guess I’m just surprised people actively dislike such a solid mic. Like at worst -maybe it’s boring for some sources/contexts? Hard to argue with those results indeed. Kevin Morby is the real deal. I haven't personally tried a 635a to weigh in. Sounds like it's time. I will say, using the right pre/EQ is really important with a 635 |
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Post by EmRR on May 17, 2024 0:09:05 GMT -6
I shall repeat what I say in every 635a thread, I wonder how much of the love is because it’s people’s only experience with a natural Omni? I’ve rotated through mkh20, km131, mk-012/O, and 635A on several regular sources, and I’m not surprised when the 635A wins within any given context. Any of the others can win too. |
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Post by chessparov on May 18, 2024 12:45:21 GMT -6
RAW Vocal here. Some brief "Mountan Soul".  Chris |
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Post by miscreantrecords on May 18, 2024 23:27:37 GMT -6
RAW Vocal here. Some brief "Mountan Soul". Chris I love that vocal take, Chris. The soul and emotion definitely shine through and stand out. Genuine. seems like it's time for me to snag a EV 635a. |
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Post by chessparov on May 19, 2024 12:54:23 GMT -6
Thanks guys. The icing on the cake is that my 58, is at minimum misplaced. At maximum gone AWOL.  LOL! |
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Post by jacobamerritt on May 19, 2024 13:28:37 GMT -6
I just bought an RE50 for $90 to compare.
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Post by chessparov on May 19, 2024 14:01:49 GMT -6
Probably on my 2025 "self Birthday" gift list next year. Teeny bit better for hand held Live Use. Chris |
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Post by ericn on May 20, 2024 9:31:55 GMT -6
The RE50 is sort of the more expensive version, but seams to go for less used. It’s supposed to have less handling noise but come on it’s an Omni, it’s the nature of the beast! Personally I always preferred 635a’s for the smaller size and slightly more natural tone, 50’s always sound like interview mics.
Every mic kit should have at least one dynamic Omni.
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Post by chessparov on May 20, 2024 11:22:44 GMT -6
Your post is most... Omniscient. |
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Post by Ward on May 21, 2024 5:43:37 GMT -6
The RE50 is sort of the more expensive version, but seams to go for less used. It’s supposed to have less handling noise but come on it’s an Omni, it’s the nature of the beast! Personally I always preferred 635a’s for the smaller size and slightly more natural tone, 50’s always sound like interview mics. Every mic kit should have at least one dynamic Omni. But does a dynamic omni truly exist? Aren't we talking oblong wide cardioids here? |
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