EV RE320

Direct sounding .. perhaps too direct

Its a really good mic. But somehow i do prefer the sound of the Re20. This one just sound a bit more hyped in the top end. So if you are doing voice work where there is music in the background its perfect as it cuts a bit more through, but if it was for something like audiobooks or talk radio with no background it might end up being a bit too agressive. For modern rap and such things i think it would be a perfect fit.

Full sound, Solid construction.

Very pleased with the sound of this mic, being used mainly as a studio broadcast mic, the sound is full and dynamic.

Construction is solid and robust.

I cannot report any bad points.

A top quality product.

Brilliant

Brilliant, but do buy a preamp (i got myself a TritonAudio Fethead).

Good quality, dynamic microphone

I use the RE320 teaching online - alongside a fethead, and a scarlett 212.

It's a great sounding dynamic - good directionality, no proximity effect really, rugged.

The tonal balance feels like when other microphones (421, 57, beyerdynamic mkii, which I was using before) were compressed. Just that touch more warmth, and brightness in the top end. It's not a wildly open sound - I wouldn't describe it as open or natural, like say the AKG 417PP lapell mic which I also use from time to time, it sounds like a broadcast ready microphone - nice radio friendly tone.

There is a tone switch to swap between kick and voice tones - haven't had a chance to test on kick - but I do prefer the voice setting for my voice - the kick setting seems to take out some stuff between 250-and 320 (ish - haven't gotten forensic with it) - which probably cuts out boxiness on kick, but on my voice just pulled out quite a bit of warmth.

Comes with a protective case - though I'm not sure why you'd need it - as the mic itself feels very very robust - I think you'd have to work hard to damage it - that being said the case is strong and sturdy, and looks like it could take a beating itself - it's not a weak leatherette bag, like you get with some microphones.

I had tried an SM7b, and for my voice preferred the tone of this. Though there is a little more tone shaping on the sm7b - so If I was going at it blind - I possibly would have made that decision. I think having gotten and used this mic, the ease of use and the sound, I wouldn't swap, if anything happened - I'd buy another straight away.

The microphone is a little on the larger side - but thats the price to pay for the variable D (proximity reducing design), but not too unwieldy, fits in a tight enough space on my desk on a fairly basic desk mic stand - without issue.

Although not really advertised - works well with plosives - I haven't really had any pop issues, even though I'm 3 inches from the mic roughly, and working without a pop shield.

For some situations depending on your set up, perhaps you have the need for a high pass filter - so perhaps would prefer the re27 0r re20, I'd spring instead for the triton fethead that also has the filter - or a little bit of post processing - unless its something that you have to have at source.

It's starting to tip into the expensive side for a dynamic - but worth it - sounds every penny and more.

Excellent Kick Drum Mic

Really pleased with the quality and build of this mic.

The EQ switch for kick drums gives a beautifully clear tone while maintaining warmth.

Stands up to the RE20 for this purpose in my opinion.

nice mic!

I have used this on acoustic guitar, vocals and mic'ing a guitar cab. I've been able to get useable results every time.

Nice mic for bass and kick

Always loved the EV RE's and tis is no exception. Great sound, great bottom and nice filter.

Simply wonderful for VO work and pre-recording DJ links

I run this mic through a DBX296s Mic Preamp/Processor - and I am exceedingly happy with the results of this combination. The set up gives me a very strong edge on my voice - and it is "almost" impossible to pop the microphone. There is a warmth that equals many more expensive models - such as the venerable RE20. I did not wish to spend RE20 money (even though I love them) and have to say - that my budget version has left me smiling - highly recommended for DJ work!

It is not a light microphone - so bear that in mind when selecting your mic stand... however that is a very minor issue really :)

VERY close to an RE20 and more versatile with the switch that engages an EQ curve for kick drums.

nice little quality hic for voice recordings

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