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Post by the finger genius » Mon Jan 26, 2009 4:23 am

So I've been praising these for a while, I finally decided to throw up a pair of Drum OHs during rehearsal today and post the results for everybody to hear.

Chain - Naiant XM in a spaced pair, 12 dB pad, Sytek MPX4 preamps

http://landspeedrecording.com/Bounces/NaiantXMs.wav

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Post by DryCounty » Mon Jan 26, 2009 6:30 am

Which model (transformer,etc) are you using? How do like them compared to other omni pairs?
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Post by the finger genius » Mon Jan 26, 2009 7:47 am

I have the active, high output models. I think they do very well at capturing a sound source as it really is, and I love the transient response. I feel like I can hear the drums "pop", especially when listening to the 24 bit originals.

Edited to answer your question (kind of): Unfortunately, the last time I used a spaced omni pair like this was probably at least five years ago, in a different room, different drummers etc..., so I'm not sure I can really make a direct comparison. I used to love using an Earthworks spaced pair above the kit; I feel these mics give me something that is definitely in that same ballpark.
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Post by SkullChris » Mon Jan 26, 2009 9:22 am

Hey that tune sounds cool! -Chris
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