Anyone use a MD 421 II mic?

[keano12]

Thinking should I add another Shure 57 or MD421 to be off the cone a bit on top of my Shure 57 that sits straight at the cone?

 

[Virtual Kevorkian]

Re: Anyone use a MD 421 II mic?

I don't think you should have the 57 straight at the dustcap, period. Way too icepicky. Try moving it to where the dustcap meets the cone.

That said, I'd go for the 421 .

 

[muttonchopsrule]

Re: Anyone use a MD 421 II mic?

That said, I'd go for the 421 .

i agree. i just got one recently, and IMO it sounds much better on guitar amps than the SM57, from what i've tried so far. scope ebay for a while, you should be able to get a used one in great shape for no more than $250.

 

[jeremy]

Re: Anyone use a MD 421 II mic?

i think it does sound better than a 57 but its also 3 times the cost

 

[OlinMusic]

Re: Anyone use a MD 421 II mic?

Using them more to the outside of the cone AND utilizing the Bass Roll Off feature can make a huge difference.

I have accidentally made that amp sound "tubby" lol