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anonymous 25 December 2002

Hey recording gurus! Has anyone tried the Line Audio CM2 mics? I'm out to buy a pair of small diaphragm mics and they look decent. I want a pretty flat frequency response, cardioid pattern and if possible; omni, but that's not necessary. I need a reasonably low noise, as I'm recording a lot of finger-picked classic guitar. And of cource, a good price. I'll probably buy the mics with a money-back-guarantee, so if I'm not satisfied, I'll just give them back to the store for a complete refund. I'll have to pay double the price for the CM2's, for a pair of RODE NT5's. I know of the new Studio Projects C4's, but they are a little too expensive at this date and aren't exactly available in Sweden. I already have a pair of NT1000s and a C1, so I don't need any LD mics at this date. I'd be very thankful for any input!

Mats

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KurtFoster Wed, 12/25/2002 - 15:31

I took a look at Line Audios website, http:// and I must say I saw nothing that moved me. It appeared to be all marketing. I must say it was an elegant presentation.
The CM2 is a back charged electret mic, the cheapest type of condenser. Line Audio is a Swedish company but there is no real hint at the site as to where these mics are manufactured. I think the Studio Projects mics would be at least as good a choice. You can find the manufacturer Alan Hyatt, here

(expired link removed)

and ask him about how you can get them in Sweden or vist their website at

http://www.studioprojectsusa.com/

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audiowkstation Wed, 12/25/2002 - 17:59

LM CM2's are close to a 451E. (based on what I hear on the kit with recordings I am working from Swedien)

Try them and see.
I have Swedish buddys and I will inquire about them. I can send them 2 451's to compare and we can see over time.

It sounds damn good. really damn good at 120 each USD

I also have folks that will send me samples to check out. Lets see about them one on one.

At 120 dollars US, you are not throwing away any money here.

I prefer to do a hands on approach actually.

byacey Wed, 12/25/2002 - 23:05

Hi, I have a friend here in Canada that is the exclusive distributor for them, and I have used them and they aren't bad at all. The mics are made in Sweden, the diaphragms bought from Japan. The guy building this stuff does a good job and is very meticulous, but he isn't into glitzy marketing and hype. If you would like more info the distributor is Bill Merik, billgm@interbaun.com. Bill is an all-round nice guy and a straight shooter. He is not at all a typical salesman that tells you what you want to hear just to make a sale. Something about that name Bill.....
Bill Y.

anonymous Thu, 12/26/2002 - 09:36

Originally posted by Bill Roberts:
LM CM2's are close to a 451E. (based on what I hear on the kit with recordings I am working from Swedien)

Try them and see.
I have Swedish buddys and I will inquire about them. I can send them 2 451's to compare and we can see over time.

It sounds damn good. really damn good at 120 each USD

I also have folks that will send me samples to check out. Lets see about them one on one.

At 120 dollars US, you are not throwing away any money here.

I prefer to do a hands on approach actually.

Way! They are actually $180 for a pair at my local shop, which is pretty good, considering the NT5´s costing two to three times as much. I know I should not rush out and buy mics, but I really want small diaphragm mics and these look damn fine and weigh nothing (I´ve held them, but not heard them). Very transparent looks (My NT1000´s take up a lot of real estate when doing live vocal gigs and I want something smaller). Thanx for the quick replies, I´ll go and buy a pair tomorrow and see what it leads to!

Mats

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