Is a $100 Mic Better Than a $2k Tube Mic? (LDC Shootout)

In the fourth installment of my microphone comparison series, we’re putting Large Diaphragm Condensers (LDC) to the test as drum overheads. From a sub-$100 budget classic to a high-end boutique tube mic, we’re finding out how much the price tag actually matters when it comes to capturing a great drum sound.

We’ve already covered Dynamics, Ribbons, and SDCs—now it’s time for the big diaphragms!

🥁 The Mic Lineup:
AKG Perception 120 – The budget-friendly starter mic.

Stamm SA-87 – A high-quality U87 clone.

Warm Audio WA-47 FET – A classic "kick out" choice tested as an overhead.

CAD M177 – The "sleeper" workhorse.

Peluso P-67 – A boutique tube condenser inspired by the Neumann U67.

Which one was your favorite? Does the expensive gear win, or does the "sleeper" CAD take the crown? Let me know in the comments!

0:00 Intro & Mic Series Recap
0:52 Today’s Mic Lineup
1:02 AKG Perception 120
1:25 Stam SA-87 (U87 Clone)
1:49 Warm Audio WA-47 FET
2:03 CAD M177 (Sleeper Mic)
2:30 Peluso P-67 Tube Condenser
3:31 THE SHOOTOUT (Audio Comparison)
4:39 Final Thoughts: Gear vs. Context
5:45 Work With Me & Web info

🔗 Deep Links & Resources
Watch the Full Mic Comparison Playlist:    • Gear Shootouts  

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Hire Me for Drum Sessions: https://www.echoshack.info/contact

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