Sound Pure Pro Audio Expert, Todd Atlas, briefly discusses the more general sonic characteristics of Small Diaphragm and Large Diaphragm Condenser microphones. For this comparison we chose our Miktek C5 SDC and C7 LDC microphones and our incredible sounding Steinway Grand Piano. Being a Small Diaphragm Condenser, the C5 recordings showcase more transient detail, articulation, and an overall tighter sound. With it's larger capsule size, the C7 Large Diaphragm Condenser added more warmth and roundness to the piano (especially in the low-end) and smoothed out some of the transient attack of the strings. While every mic has it's own unique voice and response, these broader characteristics and differences can be found in all Large and Small Diaphragm Condenser microphones. If you're having difficulty hearing the differences feel free to email us at mics[at]soundpure.com for the full length hi-res audio files to compare for yourself. Both the Miktek C5 and C7 mics are available for Sound Pure's free try-before-you-buy demo program. If you'd like to se

SDC Mic Drum Overhead Shootout comparing the Miktek C5, Schoeps CMC 6, Neumann KM 184 and the Peluso P-84. All four of these mics were recorded through the Phoenix DRS8 Mic Pre and into the Apogee Digital Symphony converter. SoundPure Pro Audio Expert, Travis Hall, continues our series on drum overheads by going a little more in depth on SDC microphones. Be sure to check out the upcoming videos where we discuss Ribbon and LDC mics in more detail. If you like what you hear, check out this gear at SoundPure.com or give us a call anytime at 919.682.5552. Thanks for watching!  

Recording Engineer explores miking and mixing techniques for Acoustic Grand Piano using stereo Miktek C5 Small Diaphragm Pencil Microphones. Sound Pure Studios Steinway B Piano is used throughout the presentation. Hear Cardioid vs. Omni Capsules, and learn how to mix close mics over the strings and omnidirectional room mics, and where to add reverb. Equipment used included Miktek, Phoenix DRS-8 Microphone Preamp, and Bricast M7 Reverb.

http://www.soundpure.com/p/miktek-c5-small-diaphragm-condenser-matched-pair-stereo-set/5610 http://www.soundpure.com/p/schoeps-cardioid-stereo-kit-cmc6-w-mk4-pair-/2873 http://www.soundpure.com/p/peluso-p84-small-diaphragm-stereo-microphone-set/7393 http://www.soundpure.com/p/charteroak-m900-stereo-pair-microphone/1020   Grand Piano Microphone shootout video recorded at Sound Pure Studios, comparing the Schoeps CMC64, the Miktek C-5, Peluso P-84, CharterOak M900. All four microphones were simultaneously recorded through a Phoenix DRS-8 Microphone preamplifier, into an Apogee Symphony Converter. No processing or Reverb was used whatsoever.   Sound Pure Pro Audio Expert, Todd Atlas, performs Debussy's La Fille Aux Cheveux De Lin (The Girl With the Flaxen Hair) from Book I of the Preludes, while simultaneously recording through four separate stereo pairs of small diaphragm condenser microphones on Sound Pure's Steinway B Acoustic Grand Piano.   Contact Sound Pure at Mics@SoundPure.com for the results of the blind shootout. Or call us 919-682-5552. Thanks for watching!

  This blind shootout focuses on three of our favorite SDC mics, the Miktek C5, the Schoeps CMC6 with the MK4 cardiod capsules, and the Peluso P84. First we'll hear them on a small body guitar using a finger style technique, then we switch it up to showcase how they sound using a flat pick technique on a large body guitar. All four of these mics were run through our Phoenix DRS-8 preamps and Apogee Symphony converter. If you want to know which mic is which and/or want to get the full length high resolution files for yourself, send us a quick email at mics@soundpure.com. Additionall all three of these mics are available for SoundPure's unique Try-Before-You-Buy program, so if you would like to hear how one of these mics will sound in your studio with your gear, give us a call and we'd be happy to talk more with you. If you like what you hear, check out this gear at SoundPure.com or give us a call anytime at 919.682.5552. Thanks for watching!

Travis Hall of the Sound Pure Pro Audio Team briefly discusses the more general physical and sonic characteristics of Small Diaphragm and Large Diaphragm Condenser microphones. For this comparison we brought back our Miktek C5 SDC and C7 LDC microphones for comparison on two different acoustic guitars. Being a Small Diaphragm Condenser with a faster, smaller capsule, the C5 showcases incredible transient detail, string articulation, and an overall tighter low-end. With it's larger capsule size, the C7 Large Diaphragm Condenser showcases a little more warmth and roundness (particularly in the low-end) and smoothed out some of the transient detail from the strings. While every mic has it's own unique voice and response, these broader characteristics and differences can be found in all Large and Small Diaphragm Condenser microphones. If you're having difficulty hearing the differences feel free to email us at mics[at]soundpure.com for the full length hi-res audio files to compare for yourself. Both the Miktek C5 and C7 mics are available for Sound Pure's free try-before-you-buy demo program. If you'd like to set up a trial period to hear one of these incredible mics for yourself, would like to talk more about SDCs vs LDCs, or just microphones in general, feel free to shoot us an email or give us a call at anytime. Thanks for watching!

Sound Pure Pro Audio Expert, Todd Atlas, briefly discusses the more general sonic characteristics of Small Diaphragm and Large Diaphragm Condenser microphones. For this comparison we chose our Miktek C5 SDC and C7 LDC microphones and our incredible sounding Steinway Grand Piano. Being a Small Diaphragm Condenser, the C5 recordings showcase more transient detail, articulation, and an overall tighter sound. With it's larger capsule size, the C7 Large Diaphragm Condenser added more warmth and roundness to the piano(especially in the low-end) and smoothed out some of the transient attack of the strings. While every mic has it's own unique voice and reponse, these broader characteristics and differences can be found in all Large and Small Diaphragm Condenser microphones. If you're having difficulty hearing the differences be sure and request the full length hi-res audio files to compare for yourself! Both the Miktek C5 and C7 mics are available for our free try-before-you-buy demo program. If you'd like to set up a trial period to hear one of these incredible mics for yourself, would like to talk more about SDCs vs LDCs, or just microphones in general, feel free to give us a call at anytime. Thanks for watching!Gear used:Miktek C5 SDC Microphone PairMiktek C7 LDC Microphone PairMillennia HV-3R Digital 8 Channel PreampLynx Aurora 16 ConverterSteinway Model B Grand Piano

This blind Small Diaphragm Microphone shootout features the Miktek C5, Neumann KM184, CharterOak M900, and Josephson C42 - all four of which are eligible for Sound Pure's free try before you buy demo program. In addition to providing audio clips of each microphone, we explain how to use phase cancellation to level match signals and discuss the importance of mic placement during more precise A/B comparisons. If you'd like the results of the shootout and full length hi-res audio clips, want to set up a demo period with one of the mics, or just want to talk more about gear or plan your next studio upgrade, feel free to shoot us a quick email at mics@soundpure.com or give us a call at anytime. Thanks for watching!

The Maag Audio EQ2-500 is a no compromise one channel 2 band equalizer that provides unparalleled transparency and top end presence. EQ adjustments are obtained with minimal phase shift and detent controls allow for easy recallable settings. In this video, SoundPure Recording Engineer, Allen Palmer, demonstrates processing a drum bus using the Maag EQ2. This 2 band EQ is available for SoundPure’s exclusive Try-Before-You-Buy program, so if you want to hear how this gear sounds in your studio with your gear, shoot us an email at ProAudio@SoundPure.com. If you like what you hear, check out this gear at SoundPure.com, or call us anytime at 919.682.5552. Thanks for watching!

The ADL 1700 is a variable mu style compressor that was inspired by vintage UA 175 and 176 compressors. So we thought the best way to showcase this workhorse  compressor, was to compare a new ADL 1700 with a vintage UA 175-B. In this video, SoundPure Pro Audio Expert, Allen Palmer, continues our shootout series but this time on Acoustic Guitar. The ADL 1700 is available for SoundPure's Try Before You Buy program, so if you want to hear it in your studio with your gear, shoot us an email at ProAudio@SoundPure.com. If you like what you hear, check out this gear at SoundPure.com or give us a call anytime at 919.682.5552. Thanks for watching!  

SoundPure Drum Expert, Barry Knain, compares three different ply shell snare drums in a blind shootout. In this video, we will showcase Brady, Sonor Prolite, and Pork Pie Percussion snare drums in a full kit setup. Each snare was recorded using a Josephson E22s mic on top and a Shure SM57 mic on bottom. All mics used in this shootout were processed through our Phoenix DRS8 Preamp and Apogee Symphony converter. To get the results, or the high res files to compare for yourself, shoot us an email at Drums@soundpure.com. If you like what you hear, check out this gear at SoundPure.com, or give us a call anytime at 919.682.5552. Thanks for watching!