DAGGILARR
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Loc: Exeter, Devon.
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Alternative to Rode NT55's
#1008753 - 17/09/12 09:33 AM
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I have a matched pair of NT55's which I got to record acoustic guitar. I picked them based
mostly on the positive comments they received on this forum and I have not been
disappointed, however, I do not have a 'great room' and I do not use them that often and I
get the feeling that I am not really getting the best out of them.
I may well
get very acceptable results from a less costly alternative (times are hard) so I would
really appreciate some suggestions I have considered SE1a's and MXL 603's.
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vague plan is to pick one or two models and then look out on the bay or readers adds until
a bargain surfaces grab it then sell the the NT55's which are mint and still have about 9
of the 10 year warranty to run. My next question is what should I ask for the Rodes.
I also wonder if anyone wants to upgrade maybe we can work something out
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The Elf
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Loc: Sheffield, UK
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Re: Alternative to Rode NT55's
[Re: DAGGILARR]
#1008759 - 17/09/12 09:43 AM
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I have a matched pair of MXL603s to which I have also added omni caps. I really like them,
but I'm happier yet with my NT55s. I can always do with another pair of NT55s here and I'm
sure we can work something out. PM me if you're interested.
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An Eagle for an Emperor, A Kestrel for a Knave.
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Mike Stranks
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Loc: Oxford, UK
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Re: Alternative to Rode NT55's
[Re: DAGGILARR]
#1008777 - 17/09/12 11:20 AM
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I have a CAD GXL1200 with which I'm very pleased; did have a pair, but one went u/s on me
('twas an EBay second-user job). The self-noise is very respectable and, as I understand
it, they're fairly similar to the MXL 603. Also have a look at the Superlux
S241; it's had some very positive comments over at "the other place". If size
isn't a factor you might want to consider a Rode M3 - very positive review by Hugh when it
first came out. I couldn't get on with the SE1A m'self, but don't read too much
into that.... Oh; and if you decide to sell your NT55s AND they don't go to The
Elf.... 
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DAGGILARR
Joined: 22/09/10
Posts: 540
Loc: Exeter, Devon.
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Re: Alternative to Rode NT55's
[Re: Mike Stranks]
#1008820 - 17/09/12 04:45 PM
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I will keep you posted Mike, thanks for the info.
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didier.brest
Joined: 07/03/10
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Re: Alternative to Rode NT55's
[Re: DAGGILARR]
#1011757 - 04/10/12 09:39 PM
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The Line Audio CM3 is about twice cheaper and a much better mic than the NT55 (which I
assume being soundwise identical to the NT5). Shoot-out Rode NT5, Oktava MK-012, Line Audio CM3 and
Schoeps MK21 on grand piano here.
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ConcertinaChap
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Loc: Bradford on Avon
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Re: Alternative to Rode NT55's
[Re: DAGGILARR]
#1011762 - 04/10/12 10:12 PM
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I've always like the Sontronics STC-1 mics and think they're good mics at a good price,
though in fairness I usually pick up the NT5's first. CC
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DAGGILARR
Joined: 22/09/10
Posts: 540
Loc: Exeter, Devon.
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Re: Alternative to Rode NT55's
[Re: Mike Stranks]
#1018456 - 13/11/12 07:21 PM
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Mike the NT55's may be for sale if I can get a buyer quickly, let me know if you are
interested the mics I am after may go soon
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Stuarto
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Re: Alternative to Rode NT55's
[Re: DAGGILARR]
#1018519 - 14/11/12 10:27 AM
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I use a Neumann KMS 105 super-cardoid live vocal mic to record instruments in a
poor-sounding room. Rode M2 and S1 models look like they offer the same kind of enhanced
off-axis rejection for less money.
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When I have nothing to say my lips are sealed.
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DAGGILARR
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Loc: Exeter, Devon.
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Re: Alternative to Rode NT55's
[Re: DAGGILARR]
#1022334 - 04/12/12 04:49 PM
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Just an update on the fate of my NT55's, they are now listed in readers ads 
-------------------- Strictly an amateur with some nice toys,
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