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A Versatile, Weird, Awesome, Swiss Army Knife
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Alex E. on Reverb
The Beyerdynamic M160 is a weird microphone. It's a ribbon, but it's not figure eight. It's classic, warm, and chunky sounding, but it isn't huge, nor does it say "Neumann" on the side. It looks kind of like a halfassed drawing of a Shure SM58 reproduced in miniature, but it's not a dynamic mic. It's weird, and entirely unsexy in a mic cabinet. But's it's also the best. In front of (or above) a drum kit, it adds some serious heft and low mid "glue" that'll make even a timid drummer have some of John Bonham's urgency. A couple feet out from a guitar cab, it'll sound natural yet cut through nicely. On banjo, it's a total sneak attack -- none of the harsh string noise, all the plunky plinky dopeness. Same deal on glockenspiel. It's not quite as universal on vocals, but it's especially useful in that spot when recording vocals live with a band -- more finesse than the usual dynamic option, less bleed than a normal ribbon or condenser, and a really natural, happily EQ'd sound. I encounter so few mics in this price range that are this useful, and really, if everyone would just buy a couple of these, a couple good dynamics, and maybe a pair of Avenson STO-2s, the world would be a better sounding place. ... More
Beyerdynamic M-160... Great for Guitar Cabs!
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Dean W. on Reverb
I am new to this mic and have only had a chance to use it on a guitar cabinet/ speaker, which is the main job I bought it for. I am a big fan of using two microphones together to get a great electric guitar sound. My go to has been the SM57+MD421 combination which gives great results. I just tried the M-160 with the SM57 and thought, 'yep, that's the sound!' They are a great compliment to each other as the SM57 has the peak/ aggression in the upper midrange while the M-160 is smooth, balanced, full and mellow by comparison. Pull them up on the faders, and blend to taste with very minimal eq. My favorite tone to date and I obsess about tone. Can't wait to try it on a mono overhead for drums and an acoustic guitar although, you will probably need a very clean, hi-gain preamp for that. ... More
Great Mic!
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Jason S. on Reverb
I bought two. I’ve used them as stereo overheads on drums. Fantastic. Rolls off those bright tinny cymbals, so smooth. Guitar amps are lovely and warm add a beyer m201 if you want a little more bite and grit. On acoustic guitar it’s real nice but you will need a nice preamp with clean gain to raise the level. Rolls off pick noise real nice. It’s really great to have that ribbon sound but in a hypercardiode for overheads cause my studio ceilings are only 7 ft so I can get them up as high as possible. On some songs I only use the drum overheads in my mix because they are so warm and full and wonderful. 100 percent money well spent. ... More
Love this mic!
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Jesus F. on Reverb
You won't be disappointed in this mic. Very sensitive. Amazing depth of frequency sensitivity. I don't sing, but I had to test it out on my vocals and it was as if you cupped your hand and were speaking into ones ear. It picked up breath, mouth, tounge, voice in a very natural way. Way better than a sm58. I've been pairing it with the Sm57 on my cabinet. 57 angled edge cone placement and M160 on axis like and inch away. I blend them, but the M160 sounds amazing on its own. I barely bring in the 57 just for a slight cut. Not really needed, but I feel it's just nice to have that slice if you need it. ... More
Beyerdynamic M-160 Microphone
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Michael S. on Reverb
This Mic was a revelation for me, as I already own a large number of high quality Condensers, both large & small diaphragm and high quality dynamic mics. The Ribbon captures a sense of realism and depth lacking in condensers, without the brittleness or hyped mid range . You need a GOOD preamp to put this mic through it's paces, but, it's a GEM !
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Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by William S. on Reverb
Pretty good. I use it on the front of a drum set or on an amp and I dig. It's got a mellow vibe, if you like a mellow vibe.
Excellent Drum Overhead
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by John S. on Reverb
I have a Presonus Audiobox with two inputs. I use the M160 as my overhead mic, and it sounds amazing. I also use it on my guitar cabinet and it sounds great there too. I'm very impressed with this mic.
Awesome mic
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Andrew D. on Reverb
Immediately fell in love with this mic - what I've been searching for on guitar and bass cabs. Sounded good on almost any source we tried. Wish I had more of them.
Legendary for a a reason
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by James T. on Reverb
This mic sounds great on guitar amps and also as part of a Mid/Side pair for drum overheads (warm and lush).
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Paul G. on Reverb
Amazing clear and warm.. tried on acoustic, electric guitar, drums and vocals and it has that sound,, roll off a little bass and you’re golden!
Classic Mic
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Dale H. on Reverb
I'm not going to write anything here that hasn't already been said about this mic. Go read about the history and applications, it's a classic mic that should be in every studio.
AMAZING
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Ian O. on Reverb
I love this mic on acoustic guitar and on electric guitar, i cant wait to use it as a drum overhead.
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Shane B. on Reverb
good price on a good mic
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Sascha B. on Reverb
Alles Super!!!
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Brett K. on Reverb
Thanks!
Beyer M160
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Dave G. on Reverb
I use this for overhead on the drums...excellent mike .warm punchy . Highly recommended
Love it
Beyerdynamic M 160 Hypercardioid Double Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Gavin D. on Reverb
Exactly what I've needed for mic-ing a guitar amp.
