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A classic smooth-sounding dynamic with tight pattern
This mic looks like a condenser but it's a dynamic/moving-coil type. It *sounds* flat yet the response graph shows something of a presence boost like an SM57, though less pronounced. This mic sounds great on snare if you need an alternative; since it doesn't sound as present and cutting you will hear more of the mids and lows giving you a very full snare sound. If your snare drum is bright this may be helpful. Its specialties are snare, guitar amps, toms, hi-hats and anything you need to mic up close to reduce stage spill on a noisy stage.
The tight hyper-cardioid pattern is the most useful feature. Used on snare you can almost eliminate bleed from the hi-hats. On a loud stage it will help isolate each source from stage spill, and it's very effective.
Personally I love the sound of this mic, through careful positioning you can get the result you need eg. by controlling proximity effect with distance. But if you're used to the brightness of an SM57 or e906 it's quite different on guitar amps. It responds really well to EQ so you can tailor it easily, and that fantastic tight pattern means a cleaner sound.
This great little mic is a versatile tool that an experienced technician can use to get top results, but get ready to hear the difference between common cheap mics and a genuine pro classic!
The tight hyper-cardioid pattern is the most useful feature. Used on snare you can almost eliminate bleed from the hi-hats. On a loud stage it will help isolate each source from stage spill, and it's very effective.
Personally I love the sound of this mic, through careful positioning you can get the result you need eg. by controlling proximity effect with distance. But if you're used to the brightness of an SM57 or e906 it's quite different on guitar amps. It responds really well to EQ so you can tailor it easily, and that fantastic tight pattern means a cleaner sound.
This great little mic is a versatile tool that an experienced technician can use to get top results, but get ready to hear the difference between common cheap mics and a genuine pro classic!
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A quality mic especially for recording snare drums
The mic is well packed, well manufactured and stylish. It looks and feels very professional.
I have been using the Beyerdynamic M201TG as snare mic in my studio. Being a hypercardioid mic the M201TG has tight polar pattern meaning it won't catch other sound sources from the sides. This is a major problem when recording snare drums - the hihat usually leaks too much to snare track. The M201TG sorts that problem out better than the usual Shure SM57. It sounds also brighter without being harsh. I haven't spotted any exaggerated frequencies or sound problems. It just gives a good pro sound and with carefull mic placement no eq is needed. There is no hum or any noise. Its small size is a big plus!
If you want a better mic than the SM 57 with just bit more money, get this one!
I have been using the Beyerdynamic M201TG as snare mic in my studio. Being a hypercardioid mic the M201TG has tight polar pattern meaning it won't catch other sound sources from the sides. This is a major problem when recording snare drums - the hihat usually leaks too much to snare track. The M201TG sorts that problem out better than the usual Shure SM57. It sounds also brighter without being harsh. I haven't spotted any exaggerated frequencies or sound problems. It just gives a good pro sound and with carefull mic placement no eq is needed. There is no hum or any noise. Its small size is a big plus!
If you want a better mic than the SM 57 with just bit more money, get this one!
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Great workhorse
Works on anything I have put before it so far. Much more vivid and airy than a SM57.
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Great mic!
Love this mic. Bought it together with a pair of MC-930. Prefer it on electric guitars (in combination with a Royer R121 for example), but also acoustic guitars if you push the preamp hard enough. Sounds as good as the MC-930 when set up properly , with less room ambiance of course and a more 'intimate' experience. Depends on the sound you are looking for. Also great on percussion or anything you would use a SM57 for. SM57 has more mids, sounds more compressed. M201TG a little bit more open. Modern, but very honest sound. Very natural. Love it!
PRO: just a great mic!
CONS: none
PRO: just a great mic!
CONS: none
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I have bought a total of 5 of these microphones. Just like the old ones I have, these sound very good. But sadly two of the new microphones have stopped working after only two years. (just past the warranty...) They have never been mistreated, and despite regular use they still look like new. Buying replacement capsules trough Thomann would cost almost as much as the complete microphone!
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Improvement over the SM57
I use it primarily on snare top, and it delivers much more details than the 57 or the i5, much nicer highs too.
Excellent side rejection, I think it's even hypercardiod, which makes it really pointy. The hihat bleed is minimal and sounds good too!
Easy to position, and it's not too bulky.
Solid, sturdy feel, robust microphone. Highly recommended!
Excellent side rejection, I think it's even hypercardiod, which makes it really pointy. The hihat bleed is minimal and sounds good too!
Easy to position, and it's not too bulky.
Solid, sturdy feel, robust microphone. Highly recommended!
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Oh lord, the best dynamic mic there is!
This m201 and its cousin, the m88, are the best dynamic mics you can find. They are heavy, sturdy, they sound great in every source you can imagine. I have two m88s and one m201, I regret I didn't get two m201, but I'll fix that soon. m88s are better on deep voices, brass, bass guitar, toms, kick. m201s are better on sharp voices, on steel guitars, on guitar amps, on harmonica, snares.
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Bit harsh
I have tried this mic in various settings and it is a little bright and harsh in most cases.
It is however, a well built, strong and easy to use microphone which I am sure will suit some peoples taste more than mine :-)
It is however, a well built, strong and easy to use microphone which I am sure will suit some peoples taste more than mine :-)
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The Noise Cancelling Dynamic Microphone
Built to last.
Worth every extra penny.
This is much better German quality than the cheaper Chinese Shure SM57.
All the goodness of SM57 without the static hum noise cheaper dynamic microphones like SM57 are plagued by.
The extra coil in the Beyerdynamic M201G provides the hum-canceling I need.
Used for vocals and heavy guitars in a great tandem with Sennheiser E960 complementing each other on a true professional level.
Worth every extra penny.
This is much better German quality than the cheaper Chinese Shure SM57.
All the goodness of SM57 without the static hum noise cheaper dynamic microphones like SM57 are plagued by.
The extra coil in the Beyerdynamic M201G provides the hum-canceling I need.
Used for vocals and heavy guitars in a great tandem with Sennheiser E960 complementing each other on a true professional level.
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New Favorite!
This microphone is now 95% on the snare drum during the recording sessions. It can handle very high SPL, so it does not require any attenuation pad. The sound is amazing, as well as the rejection. The build quality is top-notch. Amazing microphone!
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