Ratings Based on Features
These results are a summary of user reviews of the Nady RSM-5. For example, 92% of 29 users who have commented on the Quality of material of the Nady RSM-5 have given positive feedback.
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Nady RSM-5 Ribbon Studio Microphone
Nady RSM-5 Ribbon Studio Microphone
Reviewed by Roger Morton on Guitar Center
I like the sound a Ribbon Microphone provides, I have a higher level NADY Ribbon so I thought I knew what to expect. I bought this as one-half of a live mic pair for remote recordings. The Figure 8 pattern will allow ambient sounds (like an audience) to be recorded at a lower level than the front loaded ribbon and reject side extraneous noise. I also like the 'pumping effect' produced by the proximity effect if you get it up close and personal to the source. Unboxing the mic as Nady advises I checked for ribbon tension and it seems to be spot on, no rattles even at high amplifier volume. SWEET! The build is pretty robust and the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is the lack of an exterior windscreen (necessary) and the cloth bag that comes with it. Nady advises to store it upright but that is a little bit difficult when it is in a cloth bag and has no skeleton to it. I would gladly pay another 15-20.00 for these two items but enough of that lament. It sounds BIG! I was surprised when I played back the recordings from this passive mic (as opposed to the 48v Ribbon I have already have). It did EXACTLY what I was looking for and nothing less. Skip the cork sniffing if you are looking for a decent Ribbon Mic, at this price point, there is nothing else remotely close. I would replace it in a heartbeat if necessary. Excellent microphone, well done Nady. ... More
Spectacular results on guitar amps. A real bargain!
Nady RSM-5 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Michael on B&H Photo Video
Don't be put off by the bargain price, this is a wonderful amp mic, period. The RSM5 is impressive sounding on guitar amps or speaker cabs. In that application, it's better combine the RSM5 w/ another non-ribbon mic, like condenser or dynamic. I get great results combining RSM5 with a ShureSM57. The RSM5 adds a delightfully smooth, warm low end girth & the SM57 adds presence, cut and sparkle. Experiment with positioning the mics on the speaker cone. As with all bargain ribbon mics, be sure to check your RSM5 for loose ribbon tension before keeping it. Google the issue and how to do a test. The tension inside mine was perfect out of the box. The RSM5 takes EQ great, yet doesn't need much to fit into a mix. It's very low noise. I have not yet really tried the RSM5 on other sound sources. Like all passive ribbons, this one needs lots of preamp gain or a mic booster to get a good level with quiet sources. With a loud source like guitar amp, that's not an issue with the RSM5. The preamps built into my Steinberg UR44 interface are more than powerful enough to get great results with Nady RSM5 on amps. I even briefly tried it on my male spoken voice, for which the preamps had to be turned up quite a bit, but I think even that would work without any extra preamp booster. I suspect that on quieter voices, or acoustic guitar from a distance, you'd need a gainier preamp, or FETHEAD or Cloudlifter to get a good level with the RSM5. The RSM5 has presentable build quality, and it sounds much, much better than I imagined, especially at this price point. It's downright unbelievable! I love the tones I am capturing having this mic as part of the mix. I have been playing music seriously for 40 years, and am fanatical about good tone. Nonetheless, given the great results with the RSM5, I could not justify the extra cost of the high end ribbon mics. ... More
Great for the price!
Nady RSM-5 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
Although it's a bit of a gamble as to the ribbon tension out of the box, this is still a fine deal. My last one (I have 3) had a properly tensioned ribbon, but the other 2 arrived needing re-tensioning. Good candidate for transformer and ribbon mods, but sounds wonderful stock. Make sure your mic pre has plenty of gain and is happy with a 200 ohm microphone. Have had great results on drums overheads, strings, upright bass and horns.
Affordable and nice Ribbon mic!
Nady RSM-5 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Michael on B&H Photo Video
I needed a ribbon mic in the home studio, mainly to record anything that's loud and needs a warm tone. Most ribbon mics seem really expensive, so I'm glad this one exists. Using this up close to a guitar amp sounds great. Combining this with a good dynamic (Shure SM57/Audix i5/Audio-Technica MB 2k) side by side up against a guitar amp sounds awesome!! I also tried to record a trombone with it, as I've heard ribbons are the best mic to use for that. This thing blew any dynamic mic out of the water for capturing brass sound. Thank you Nady and B&H!! ... More
Nice microphone.
Nady RSM-5 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
The microphone works great. Good sound quality. Using it to record trumpet. The packaging was difficult to open and can't really be used to store the microphone. The foam packing was ok but the outer cardboard box was so tight that it gets damaged getting it out and pretty much can't get it back in. Plan on finding some other way to store it. The cinch pouch although nice to protect it from simple scuffs is not sufficient because you need to store the microphone standing up.
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GREAT FOR VALUE!
Nady RSM-5 Ribbon Studio Microphone
Reviewed by Omar on Guitar Center
GREAT SOUND, LO FI WARM !
Everything it should be
Nady RSM-5 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Mode on B&H Photo Video
These mics are inexpensive but built for abuse - and that's what you get. Beautiful sound and safe to put in front of a loud guitar cab or trumpet. Great microphone, I have a pair of them and they're great on everything from Leslies to snare drums.
Budget says yes, but I need to hear it first. Price rocks!
Nady RSM-5 Ribbon Studio Microphone
Reviewed by Wade, H on Guitar Center
As the starting mic in a great hard rock puppet show, that I want to perfect to a "Live" show. Even $90 is up there, because of the stage itself. this is wack form of karyioke, but real fun. Need a decent starter mic, i can beat up
Best ribbon for the price!
Nady RSM-5 Ribbon Microphone
Reviewed by Jerry on B&H Photo Video
If your looking for s low priced great sounding ribbon mic, you've found it! The ribbon is a 2 micron snd has a super response. You can not beat it for the price .
