Proximity Effect In Vintage Microphones: RE15 Vs. M88

This week we'll be comparing the Electro Voice RE15 with the Beyerdynamic M88! Different microphone companies made microphones with high and low proximity effect for different uses. The RE15 has very little proximity effect, and the M88 has a ton of proximity effect. I know people that prefer both on drums, so hopefully this video helps determine which you like for yourself. After checking out the video, comment below and let me know what you hear!
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[@therealbinze]

RE15 All Day

[@cyberprimate]

I've never really enjoyed the M88 and this video won't change that.

[@csabagoder9714]

Woohooo! Altec lansing outboard. 🎉😍

[@7171jay]

Differences between these mics could very easily be made up for with a low eq cut or boost.
Realizing what the mics themselves sound like is crucial but use whichever makes you happy on a particular source or in whatever way you prefer to work.

[@trickfall8752]

I think they both have their place. I have a thinner voice and absolutely love the M88. One of my all time favorite mics.

[@m.o.n.d.e.g.r.e.e.n]

im the opposite and love my 635a!

[@BartJaillet]

Thank you for these capsule videos. Really informative and gets to the point. (Really cool font too ;-) )

[@kutnersuicide]

Me88 for Kick and Re15 for toms. Works for me ..

[@unicornrecords3691]

i really want to invest in some vintage microphones. this channel has opened my eyes to how vintage mics is the sound i am always looking for. the thing is, i dont have the budget for anything high end. but i like the sound of cheap vintage mics better than expensive new ones. are there any mics you would recommend that are cheap? like anywhere from 100 to 300 dollars. thank you

[@TheGarageRecordingSC]

You can’t go wrong with an EV 635A, and they’re not expensive. I also like the AKG D190 E. Also not expensive, but they have that vintage sound.

[@colepicksvintage]

I’m so glad to hear that! Most of the microphones I post on my website are below $500 (with some exceptions of course). Look out for Electro Voice RE10/11’s, RCA SK46’s, and other oddballs.

[@SeemoreDunkan]

Do u happen to know when Beyerdynamic changed the magnets on the M160 to neodymium? 😅 Love the channel ❤❤

[@colepicksvintage]

Thanks so much! Any of the N(C) models have the alnico magnets. I believe they switched in the late 80's or early 90's.

[@headbaker44]

Being a guitarist that likes a bright sound, I like the Re15. How every in the few times I have tried mixing I realize everything can’t sit the same frequency. So I like the isolated sound of the Re15, but I bet there are situations where the M88 may fit better in a mix. I just don’t have the ears or experience to know when to choose one over the other.

[@julianpedro3215]

i dont like proximity effect for any insrument. Amazing your Altec! thanks