Glenn,


I love my Senn E855...when I A/B'd it with so many others it just had a better sound to my ears.
I recorded into a Zoom Digital Multitrack
MRS 1044cd HD recorder






which has great vocal efx for recording also.
So you see sometimes Less is More!

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....Dnj ..... that's not cheap gear you're working with ...
t.

Another mic to mention is the Behringer B2pro. This is a large diaphram dual element microphone which allows for three different types of recording. Front(cardiod), all around (omnidirectional) and front and back (figure eight). This mic includes an aluminum travel case, shock mount and large wind screen and sells for $149.00. I also sell the MXL2001 which was my best seller until the Behringer B2PRO came out in February, but this is not a dual diaphram type and does not include a case, the shockmount is extra and there is no foam wind screen.
George Kaye
Kaye's Music Scene
Reseda, California

I use an AKG 3000 condenser mic for recording and very happy with its performance. I actually had two, but accidently dropped one on stage, and it's now dead so I definitely don't recommend it for the rigors of live stage work.

For live performance, I still utilize my old reliable & rugged (still working & sounding great for over 10 long years) EV 757 mic. Produces a sound (smooth) which seems to compliment my bari-tenor voice. Another thing I like is that it seems to produce the hottest output (strongest signal) of any other mic out there. This is a real plus, expecially when you like the convenience of plugging the mic directly into the keyboard without requiring a separate mic pre-amp. On my old Technics KN5000, only the EV757 provided enough signal output strength to the keyboard for adequate mic volume. Thankfully, the Yamaha Tyros includes a built in mic trim gain knob to boost the mic input signal, but I prefer not to rely too much on it, as I realize that this could potentially introduce added noise as well.


After over ten years, I realize it's about time I update my EV mic, so seriously considering the Sennheiser E855, especially after hearing all the raves from Donny. I'm just curious what the 'signal output' level of the Sennheiser E855 is, and how it compares to EV brand mics. Another brand of mic (for stage performance) I've been considering moving to is Audix. All input appreciated.

Scott

Scott,


I had the Ev 757 for a few weeks...see if you can A/B both the Senn E855 & your
EV 757...then you will hear the difference. Thats what I did and then decided to change ...glad I did 2yrs ago. The flagship
of these Evo1ution vocal microphones is the E855 ($299 retail $199). It is a supercardioid with a frequency response of 40 Hz to 18 kHz. Further, it has a significant presence boost in the 4 kHz to 8 kHz range, as well as a more modest peak around 10 kHz.

http://www.bayviewproaudio.com/sennheiser_e855.html

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I got the Senn e845 from an outfit in Florida (off ebay) for $99 and I think it is GREAT .....
Does the e855 require phantom power? .....
t.

PS. there are a few 845 and at least one 855 on ebay right now.....
t.

[This message has been edited by tony mads usa (edited 08-13-2003).]

I'm confused!?!

Somehow I got the idea that you need a condenser mic for good recording results, but Donny has used his senn e855 with great results. However, that's going into an HDR.

So, is it that you must use a conderser mic only when going into your computer, but when going into an HDR, you could also use a dynamic mic for good results?

Tony...

No, the 855 is a dynamic mic, same as your 845.

Glenn ...... thnx,
t.

Donny,

Are you able to plug your Senn E855 directly into your PSR2000 and get plenty of mic signal input into your keyboard without requiring to turn up the keyboard's mic trim (signal boost knob) very high? If so, I'll seriously consider purchasing the E855.

Scott