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Re:An audio engineer explains NPR’s signature sound by baldfat on Sunday June 26, 2016 @05:33PM (#11982854)
There is a reason why AKG 414 are probably the second most popular mic for studios that have huge budgets. 414 sound is also considered an awesome mic.
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Re:An audio engineer explains NPR’s signature sound by wrigby on Monday June 27, 2016 @09:30AM (#11986021)
I've never gotten a better drum overhead sound than with a spaced pair of 414's (I think TL II, but it's been awhile). Love that mic.

That said, I don't think the 414 color is the same as the U87 color. My impression has been that the U87 is much more flattering to vocals, but I've admittedly never had the opportunity to use one.

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