Hi all! I'm considering doing an AMI U47 kit. I was thinking of either going with the stock Thiersch K47 or M7 capsules that AMI sell as part of the kit, but I have also wondered whether it might take the mic to a whole other level if I used a genuine Neumann capsule instead. Specifically, a new Neumann K49 (I understand this is the same as the K47, but with a more closely matched backplate?). OR, I have wondered if it might be possible to get a vintage original 50s/60s Gefell CMV563 M7 capsule and take it out of the 'lollypop' grill and use it in my build? I'd feel a little bad doing that to a pristine piece of old equipment, but if it helped me get 'that' U47 sound for a fraction of the price...
At any rate, I suppose my question boils down to: is it worth an extra $700+ to go that route over the Thiersch?
I'm also curious as to the main differences between the K47 and M7 - I will do more research on this myself, as I know that topic has already been touched on many times. But if anyone wants to chime in on that too, I wouldn't stop ya.
Any help would be appreciated!
Cheers,
Dan
At any rate, I suppose my question boils down to: is it worth an extra $700+ to go that route over the Thiersch?
I'm also curious as to the main differences between the K47 and M7 - I will do more research on this myself, as I know that topic has already been touched on many times. But if anyone wants to chime in on that too, I wouldn't stop ya.
Any help would be appreciated!
Cheers,
Dan