i recently borrowed a beta 58 and saw a noticeable improvement to a regular 58, but ive also read some good things about the audix om7 although i don't know anyone to borrow one from. By aznwonderboy in forum Free Ads for Music/Recording Equipment Replies: 3 Last Post: 04-11-2006, 16:19. The Betas have a larger focus but still retain a hypercardioid pattern. I have pretty much decided on replacing the 58's with Beta58 or with some model of Audix. I've used the Audix OM7's quite a bit as well as beta 58's too. Hey there! I don't think I could take a singer seriously once I see the 58. AUDIX CORPORATION DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE OM2, OM3, OM5, OM6, AND OM7 The OM series vocal mics from Audix have become standards in the professional audio industry. Overall. I loved the OM7 tho I'm loving this e935 a lot and I'm sticking with it. Audix OM7 vs Sennheiser E935 vs Shure Beta 58? I know some great singers are using them, but that's like having a Ferrari with no gas. I think the Audix mics cut thru the mix better tho I have gotten a few complaints from sound engineers bitching about feedback. and the proximity thing isn't a huge issue either. : Audix OM7, Sennheiser E935 or Shure beta 58? I just switched from 58's to Sennheiser e935. The Audix OM3 is better sounding then the SM58 on most sources. my friend sings in a metal band and lost his beta 58, he decided to give audix a shot, might have been an om7 but i'm not 100% sure, could have been om6. The peak is lower than a B58. I really love how the OM3 sound on Female vocals the Audix OM5 is great on both male and female vox. I have had quite a bit of experience with the Shure beta 58 and noticed it can be slightly prone to feedback … FS Mics: Audix OM7, Shure SM58, Audio Technica MB-4K, MXL V63MBP. I need a mic to record guitar cabinets, vocals and eventually use it live. when mixed properly you can sound big through a PA. the lower output isn't that extreme. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJCYh...el_video_title. I haven't found the magic dynamic for that voice but an SM58 seems the best of what's in my box. Just a friendly reminder that political discussion, (including "offhand" and 'sideways' commenting) is. Audix i5. What no one has mentioned (or I missed it if they did) is that the OM-7 requires a high end mixer with excellent preamps. The female vocalist covers a huge dynamic range in a performance from very soft to belting! I was gonna get an sm58 with a firepod, but this dealer has only AKG and AUDIX. It is made from a cast zinc-alloy case with a mounted XLR output. I sing lead vox in a punk band and the Sennheiser doesn't feed back at all. One difference I've noticed between the Shure and Audix mics is that to me, the Audix mics work better in live situations. But with a sharper female voice it can be excruciatingly strident. I'll give you a little inside info to get a good deal on the OM3s. The 835 is great for alto females. I just switched from 58's to Sennheiser e935. that is my only negative about the audix. It would outperform the SM58 in output level, feedback rejection, gain before feedback and sonic clarity. As a live sound engineer, here's my thoughts. I think once you get up to an Audix OM7 or Sennheiser e935 or 945 or some other high end dynamic vocal mics it's just a matter of personal preference and they will all do a pretty good job. Since I knew this guy to be one of those rare house sound guys that actually cleans the mic screens, I agreed. The Audix OM3 is better sounding then the SM58 on most sources. Through any truly pro-level console, this thing will shine in a loud rock band. I think the Audix mics cut thru the mix better tho I have gotten a few complaints from sound engineers bitching about feedback. He says those are better than Shure mics, of course. one thing Ive found about using fancy vocal mikes (or anything other than a 58 on vocals) is that they can be a lot more hit and miss. And of course, if it matters to you, Audix mics are built in the US, and Shures are built in Mexico. Give the Ohm 5 a try, same price as the 58, but still better sounding IMO. the only way to get any audix mic into rehearsal would be to rent one, because i don't know anyone personally that owns one. They just seem to have a bit more presence and bite to them, or something that allows them to cut through a dense mix better on stage. that would be an asset because we do tend to get loud and i'm often very close to the drums. Although each of the models have been developed at different times, they fall into 3 distinct categories. Hey there! The OM-7 is in a totally different class. live i usually sing into a regular 58. i have tried om6 and 7. the tone is great on an om7,, it's got a certain high mid that really cuts through.. as a singer, however, it has a much smaller sweet spot. (The secret of SM58’s durability actually lies in a thicker diaphragm, which unfortunately makes it sound rather muffled). Today I will provide a no non sense comparison of these two buddies, and then give a recommendation towards the end. he's often in front of the pa and if you listen solo to his channel its sounding like he's standing in a relativly quiet living room. Professional Dynamic Vocal Microphone. haven't compared it to the beta but to beyerdynamic opus 89 and audio technica AE 4100, both top of the line products of the companies dynamic line and om6 was the winner... for the record: the at was actually pretty close, a little smoother so maybe great for quieter genres. i remember seeing him live with the audix, at soundcheck the vocals sounded amazing, warm and full. It would sound best with a decent preamp even before it hits a live board preamp. an sm58 or a beta 58 (tbh I never notice a huge difference between the 2 with live bands) seem to sound ok on everything, whereas some mikes need to be more matched with the singer to get the best result. so maybe it's better suited for acoustic singer songwriter music. I really love how the OM3 sound on Female vocals the Audix OM5 is great on both male and female vox. Just a friendly reminder that political discussion, (including "offhand" and 'sideways' commenting) is. I'm usually a stickler for bringing my own vocal mic when I'm on a house system, but one of these guys saw my situation and suggested trying the OM7. I have had quite a bit of experience with the Shure beta 58 and noticed it can be slightly prone to feedback … I'm looking to get a really decent live vocal mic and the Audix OM7, Sennheiser E935 and Shure beta 58 seem to be top of the pile for dynamic mics! I would not go with the audix for gospel. my technique is good and dynamic range is pretty broad. Better for singers who keep some distance between themselves and the mic. it's time for a new live vocal mic and i'm ready to try something other than another sm58 which i've always used and have been happy with. 58's seem like you can get away with moving around it a little bit. What I will bring you in this review. has anybody used the om11 (the om1 reissue)? I think the Audix mics cut thru the mix better tho I have gotten a few complaints from sound engineers bitching about feedback. I'm just generalizing about the SM58, Beta 58, and OM-2, and OM-5 here. i went with one and havent been dissapointed. The OM7, while sounding superb, is a mic designed to address certain issues. Ok did a gig tonight and we had the Beta 58, Sennheiser E935 and Audix OM6 to try out. My old SM58's are getting beat up & sounding a little funky, so I've been slowly liquidating them. I have had a lot of experience with the beta 58 and although it doesn't get much love on this website, I think its an awesome mic. So if you need something for the stage and studio, I'd buy a Shure, but if it's for stage only, I'd lean towards the Audix. OM7 The OM2 and OM3 are cost effective all-purpose microphones with professional performance. The manufacturer also covers OM-7 with a 5-year warranty, so you’ve got an assurance. (the e935 I mean). However, the Sennheisers are quite different to Shures tonally. Physically the i5 doesn’t fail but is design is pretty basic. got one a few months ago. A very loud vocalist, stage noise creeping into your vocal, or feedback. OM7 . Audix OM-7 can be less durable than SM58 but for sure, it won’t break for no apparent reason and I bet it can survive a couple of good blows. if it comes to that, i would have to decide between the 6,7 or 11. much has been said here about the 6, but i read somewhere that the 7 is a little better (although it's output has been attenuated by an 8 to 10 db pad - i don't know if i like that) and the 11 seems like it may be better than them both, but it also cost the most $. I got turned on to the Audix OM7 by two different house sound engineers in the Austin, Tx area that I have tremendous respect for. Before we get into the Audix OM5 vs. Shure Beta 58A, grab a snack, sit back and relax because.. You’ve come to the right place!! I find the sennys flatter female voc much more than a 58. Shure SM58 vs Audio Technica AT4040. Really you have to take into consideration stage volume and natural singing distance. fyi: the om6 has a larger sweetspot than the om7 and doesn't need as much gain then the latter... om7 is great. BUT I'm the tech of a hardcore/metal band and the shouter uses a om6 and I've never had a problem bringin his voice up front... in fact, seperation and feedbackresistance is unbelievable.