Audix i5 Review
Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
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Solid all arounder
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Tim L. on Reverb
This mic is a work horse. Works well on snare guitar carbs and vocals similar to an sm 57. It doesn't have quite the same sound that a 57 does on guitar and snare but it may be a bit sweeter on vocals in a pinch for live sound. Seems a little scooped to my ear but not so much that it doesn't work well with multiple sources. It's a solid contender and a good all arounder for your mic locker or gig box.
Worthy successor to Shure SM57
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Forrest H. on Reverb
Finally a worthy successor to the venerable Shure SM 57 The problem with the SM57 is the high end fizziness that we have all gotten so used to in mixing it out with EQ The i5 has no such problem and it has noticeably more gain--with no ill effects accompanying this I have used SM57's for 40 years I still have one That is how I know that my three i5's are superior in all respects
Favorite Instrument Mic
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Ben A. on Reverb
I record in all kinds of environments. I really love this mic for recording guitar tracks where I find the room quality to be sub par. Compared to the SM57 it’s tad more scooped EQ wise. Nothing drastic. I use it for live gigs also. Loud amps sound amazing regardless clean or high gain. Very solid build quality to boot.
Can't go wrong!
Audix i5 Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Justice on Guitar Center
My go-to mic for snare. It actually pairs nicely with a 57 for guitar cabs. Made in America, which is nice. I plan on purchasing other mics (D2, D6) to expand on drum recordings. They're built like a tank, and sound great.
Modern SM57
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Willie J. on Reverb
I've heard this mic described by a few folks as "the modern SM57" and while it's totally different from the Shure, I can agree that this mic excels on most anything you'd put a 57 on, but has a slightly "beefy-er" response in relation to a stock 57. Proud owner of two.
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A great product, great quality
Audix i5 Dynamic Instrument Cardioid Microphone
Reviewed by martinto on B&H Photo Video
If you are looking for a versatile mic for instruments, specially for use in live sound, this is a great product,excellent U.S quality construction and smoother sound than others with the same applications.
So far I like
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Stephen T. on Reverb
I bought this mic for acoustic guitar. I have a live room and I wanted to reduce the room sound and my test recordings sound good, i think it'll work fine. On acoustic this mic doesn't have a lot of output so I'm going to pop for a Cloudlifter Cl-1 Mic Activator to use w/ this mic.
Just a bit brighter than SM57
Audix i5 Dynamic Instrument Cardioid Microphone
Reviewed by TJ on B&H Photo Video
The i5 is great on guitar cab and snare...The SM57 is warmer, but if you need a brighter tone... This is it!
Great for the price
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Max H. on Reverb
Well built, reliable, and sounds good. Not so much with vocals for me, sibilance. My go-to mic is the beyer m201, I keep the i5 as a backup.
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Michael B. on Reverb
Love Audix. Getting rid of old state of the art microphones for all Audix. Love it for my drums. Great customer service.
My new snare mic
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by James M. on Reverb
I'll take this over a 57 for snare any day. For me, the presence in the middle is more pronounced because of the i5s rolled-off highs, and that harshness of the stick crack has the edge removed.
Great mic!
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Robert J. on Reverb
Basically a Shure SM57 that sounds the way an SM57 SHOULD sound. It’s a lot less harsh-sounding. This is my second one of these, and I’m very happy with my purchase!
Great alternative to the legendary SM57
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Cj G. on Reverb
My background is as a professional sound engineer. I've been using the i5 in places where I'd like a little more of a hyped sound. Not a 57 replacement but a nice alternative in some situations.
Beats an SM57
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Steve K. on Reverb
Saw the reviews and tried the Audix i5 on a guitar amp (12 String guitar).. Crystal clear and great presence - my 57 will go back to the drum set!
Excellent Mic for Amps / Instruments
Audix i5 Dynamic Instrument Cardioid Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
I have personally used the mic over the guitar amp and also to mic saxophones.
Good Mic But Shure 57 is Better
Audix i5 Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Will on Guitar Center
I purchased an I-5 because I was told that it was the same price as the shure 57 but sounds identical if not better. I beg to differ. It is a very good mic, but I own a 57 and I can tell definite difference when recording a snare. The 57 is much punchier in my opinion. Sorry Audix.
great mic
Audix i5 Dynamic Instrument Cardioid Microphone
Reviewed by Judeman on B&H Photo Video
A great mic at a great price. Audix's version of the SM57. Perfect for that warm, dynamic sound on all instruments. A must have for any recording engineer.
Audix I5 acoustic guitar
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Stephen A. on Reverb
This is an excellent acoustic guitar mike, overlooked in most of the site reviewing them....also excellent for drums, so it can do double duty in your studio!
Solid
Audix i5 Dynamic Instrument Cardioid Microphone
Reviewed by Jodaco on B&H Photo Video
We got one of these as a snare mic in a drum mic kit, and bought another for our second snare. Good mic. No complaints. Fair price.
LOVE LOVE LOVE
Audix i5 Cardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Reviewed by Jennifer B. on Reverb
I challenge anyone to test the difference between a Shure 57 and an Audio i5 with in ear monitors. Just sayin'
