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Beyerdynamic M 201 Hypercardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone

Dynamic Moving-coil Pencil Microphone with Hypercardioid Polar Pattern, Hostaphan Diaphragm, and 40Hz-18kHz Frequency Response
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Get Loud with This Mighty Pencil Mic

Are you looking for a robust dynamic instrument mic that’s also easy to position? This Beyerdynamic M 201 dynamic instrument microphone is sure to please. Part of Beyerdynamic’s vaunted M Series, the M 201 is a dynamic pencil microphone with a 40Hz to 18kHz frequency response that honestly recreates any sound across nearly the entire audio spectrum. Its hostaphan diaphragm has incredible impulse response, which makes the M 201 ideal for louder instruments such as guitar amps and snare drums. However, the M 201's focused, hypercardioid polar pattern and slight treble boost make it an excellent choice for speech-based recordings as well. Finally, an internal hum compensation coil that reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI), coupled with a tiny shape and size, means that the M 201 is extremely easy to implement into any stage or studio setup.

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Beyerdynamic: quality you can count on

Beyerdynamic microphones are held in high esteem at Sweetwater due to the company's unwavering commitment to excellence since its founding in 1924. The M 201 — like all Beyerdynamic products — is designed and crafted in Germany to the most stringent engineering standards, using only the highest-quality materials. Experience the Beyerdynamic difference: add an M 201 to your mic locker today!

Beyerdynamic M 201 Dynamic Instrument Microphone Features:

  • Dynamic pencil microphone ideal for loud sound sources such as amplifiers, brass instruments, and snare drums
  • Hostaphan diaphragm makes for exceptional transient response
  • Slight treble boost also makes it an excellent mic for recording speeches, podcasts, and audiobooks
  • 40Hz–18kHz frequency response reproduces instruments honestly and accurately
  • Hypercardioid pickup pattern significantly reduces bleed from other sources and provides excellent instrument isolation
  • Minimized EMI thanks to onboard hum compensation coil
  • Diminutive shape and size make it super easy to position in any tight space

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Tech Specs

  • Microphone Type: Dynamic
  • Polar Pattern: Hypercardioid
  • Frequency Response: 40Hz-18kHz
  • Output Impedance: 200 ohms
  • Sensitivity: -58dBV/Pa
  • Color: Black
  • Connector: XLR
  • Dimensions: 5.78" x 0.94"
  • Weight: 8.04 oz
  • Included Accessories: Mic Clamp
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 730181

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The perfect snare mic

This was recommended by a fellow sound engineer friend. It CRACKS. I couldn't believe how good this thing sounds on a snare. If you're on the fence, try it out, you won't be disappointed.
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Full-range tone with SPL handling !

First of all, there's no bad sounding Beyerdynamic microphone... For my needs, the M201TG performs admirably, love the snare drum tone captured by it. As opposed to an SM57, the M201TG sounds richer and fuller, not as boxed. So i can see how it'd be perfect for acoustic guitar. You can get very different hihat sounds with these baby, and stands its ground as an overhead. Sometimes it feels like a condenser but with the SPL handling and off-axis rejection of a dynamic microphone... It will put a smile in your face =)
by Guido B. from Buenos Aires, Argentina on
Music background: Amateur recording engineer, Pro Musician

M 201 TG & Sweetwater......A winning pair

Read a lot about this mic vs the SM57. This Mic is the best snare mic I've used. Very little EQ needed and the isolation ( no bleed) makes it a cinch to mix. I particularly like the construction and desIgn. Thanks to Randy for his help in the decision, I think I will get more of these in the future.
by Allan Dito from San Francisco , CA USA on
Music background: Hobbyist, Drummer

Beyerdynamic M 201 TG

Awesome.
Like a boutique SM-57 with a bit less bite in the mid-range.
Use it as my main mic for sampling percussion.
by McStein from FL on
Music background: Pro Musician

Amazing Dynamic Mic

I use this mic to play live with a nylon string flamenco guitar. This mic sounds great when I use it with a Fishman SA 220 or Loudbox Artist. Lots of gain before feedback and really feedback has not been a problem with this mic. I have used a few other mics brands that are well known but really like this one the best to my ears and others that have heard the mic. The response and sound is just wonderful it really pickups up the guitar well with very low proximity effect (no big boom) and the tone is great. It sound like my guitar nothing hyped or cut. Thanks SW for getting this mic to me and your service. If you are looking for a great mic for nylon string guitar to use live this is the mic for you.
by Victor Tarassov from Princeton NJ on
Music background: recording/Pro Musician
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