If you want to step up your snare recording go for this Microphone. It offer so much more than the SM57. Plus it’s great for Backing Vocals and gives you a natural separation in the EQ without compromising quality!I’d recommend it to anyone!

"If the SM57 were a microphone, this is what it would sound like"

This mic is the mic for high gain guitar if you like a very polished, studio ready sound. If you're going more for a low fi sound, this may not be a good mic for electric guitar for you. I have read that it is good for making acoustics sound more low fi and mellow.The above quote is from Steve Albini. Honestly, it took me going through about 15 dynamic mics before buying this one because there's so much hype around the studio standard Shures and Sennheisers they obscure other valid contenders for the mic locker.This is hands down my favorite mic for high gain guitar. I've owned a Beta 57A, an MD421, an SM7B, a Heil PR30, an e906, and an SM57. None of these mics compare to the this black beauty's detail in sound. In fact, the only kind of mic that can compare is a ... MoreThis mic is the mic for high gain guitar if you like a very polished, studio ready sound. If you're going more for a low fi sound, this may not be a good mic for electric guitar for you. I have read that it is good for making acoustics sound more low fi and mellow.The above quote is from Steve Albini. Honestly, it took me going through about 15 dynamic mics before buying this one because there's so much hype around the studio standard Shures and Sennheisers they obscure other valid contenders for the mic locker.This is hands down my favorite mic for high gain guitar. I've owned a Beta 57A, an MD421, an SM7B, a Heil PR30, an e906, and an SM57. None of these mics compare to the this black beauty's detail in sound. In fact, the only kind of mic that can compare is a small diaphragm condenser. This has all the qualities I like in a condenser, without the massive bottom end and way over-extended top end (that makes high gain guitar sound like wite noise) that condensers have.The upper mid detail of this mic makes the SM57's high mids sound ratty and unrefined in comparison. Actually, it even sounds more refined than an SM7B with the presence switch engaged. The highs remain cutting, yet smooth without being ice picky. It has a lot of bottom end but not as much as a condenser. I usually have to use a high pass filter to fit it in a mix.I give it a 6 because there are no presence switches or polar pattern switches. It's just one hell of a good mic.It feels like it's made of lead. I've dropped it a few times on carpet. No issues. Comes with a mic bag and clip. It's not bulky like an SM7B and its mic clip is suitable and easy to use.This mic is the same price as many higher end dynamics.

Fantastic dynamic mic

Versatile, clean warm sound. A deeper low end response compared to a Beta57, yet with a more detailed midrange which gives the impression of better high frequency extension. From now on it is my go-to for micing electric guitar cabs. Build quality top notch, feels very sturdy in your hand and although I havent owned it for long enough to put it through its paces I have read multiple reviews from engineers who have used it in drum applications and say it is built to last. I was so impressed I bought several more to multi-mic drums and percussion.

Great, great mic

Overall:I've used and/or owned many of the standards in this category, all good mics, but this Beyerdynamic is something special. I have used this mic for vocals, acoustic guitar and mandolin, and I don't have to do a thing with EQ. It just sounds natural, doesn't have any weird peaks, has better sibilance resistance (for my voice) and it's *small* and easy to place anywhere. Yes, it's a bit spendy for a dynamic mic, but for me, it's so good and fast to use with no wasted time in mixing and fiddling to get the right sound, I wish I'd had one of these years ago. (I have not needed manufacturer support, but have used this company for headphones and they've been outstanding, so gave it a 5 there, too.)

Night and Day Difference from the SM57

I replaced and ultimately sold my SM57 that I was using on the snare. What a difference! The SM57 sounded a bit muffled compared to the M201 TG - just better presence, clarity, less need for EQ and I love how the snare comes across in the mix. If you're using an SM57, this is a terrific upgrade.

On the snare drum is perfect

On the snare drum is perfect. Very accurate sound and excellent opportunities for frequency correction, although it seems that such a correction will be superfluous. The plates and other drums do not really penetrate the snare drum channel. About all other microphones have to forget. I found what I was looking for.

Phantom M-201s

Purchased on OCT. 8th, but have not received them yet. No shipping notice, no tracking number.., and.., no microphones?One of your kind salespeople is tracking this down so, I will withhold final judgment upon the successful solution to this problem.I'm familiar with the mics and was hoping to get them in time for a recording I am booked for. That won't happen now!The M-201 is a fine and unusual dynamic mic and well recommended at this price, but maybe not from this dealer??

Solid dynamic mic with condenser like details, but way better rejection!

Great natural sounding mic. Adds a little around 10k, but not a bad thing. Can EQ to taste. Amazing rejection with off-axis sources , perfect for recording guitar and another mic on vox at the same time.

a benchmark

Anyone looking for an alternative drum microphone, with more clarity, snap, dynamic than the usual ones, should try the M201.

specific

I bought this mic specifically for recording snare drum. It is an excellent alternative to the sm57 and in my opinion quite an upgrade sonically. I spent some time exploring different positions and angles and every thing that was captured sounded great, it just comes down to your vision and musical perspective on the positioning. Worth while investment.