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Originally Posted by LookerBob
I have tried an AKG C414 XLII, and I liked what I got with other mics better, it had a harsher top end... I think those may be the same capsule, though they do sound different.
My favorite so far when training TD has been an Ear Trumpet Myrtle.
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The 214 is based on the 414 range but has one diaphragm whereas the 414s have two. As a result the 214 is a cardioid, the 414s have a choice of patterns. Not that it is immediately relevant here but I use 214s a lot to mike up jazz drum kits or when I can’t close mike rock kits. Great value for money and way better than the equivalent Perception series mics.
James can probably chip in here with the science etc but small diaphragm mikes are more likely to give an even response - the smaller diaphragm is easier to move by high and low frequencies whereas large diaphragm mics tend to be better at capturing detail and “air” but not necessarily “good at everything”!