[Andy]

Hehe what was the kinda mic use by elvis..You know the one you can remember from Sunn record?What would be is equivalent today?..Ribbon mic?
and does a shure SM57 is good for cymbal?
Thanks
-MGM-

An SM57 is a pretty foul sounding overhead mic. Even a cheap condenser or ribbon will give much better results. I find that dynamic mics don't have the fast transient response necessary for cymbals.

 

[Andy]

Was recording at a local studio today, the engineer used a pair of AKG C 535 mics on the acoustic guitar, as well as room mics for the drums. Absolutely stunning sound, and pretty affordable ($300 each).