Hey Ty, have you taken a listen to these mics? If you've previously been
put off by the distorted high end of the C1, don't be put off. The C4 is a
different animal, and in a differenct class IMO.

Bill.

"Ty Ford" wrote in message
...
On Thu, 5 May 2005 18:17:11 -0400, Bill Ruys wrote
(in article ):

I have recently been listening to some SP C4 vs Rode NT4 comparison
recordings of a brass band. A/Bing the recordings, I have found that the
SP
C4's have the wow factor, not becuase they are overly bright, but because
you can hear "everything". There is a clarity and detail from the C4's
that
just adds dimention to the recording and puts you right at the scene.
Also,
the omni caps on the C4's sound spectacular - open, flat, excellent
transient response, good low end extension for a spall diaphragm, etc.

I have a pair of Rode NT5's (same capsual as the NT4). My next purchase
is
going to have to be the SP C4's. I thought the hype surrounding these
mics
was just the usual enthusiest excitement about the latest cheap toy, but
these things really do shine.

Bill Ruys.

Well if you really want a "wow factor" omni, get a gefell m296. You can
use
the C4 as a door prop.

Regards,

Ty Ford


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