Double Bass Best options for gooseneck mics?

[Povl Carstensen]

This is how my Countryman Isomax mic is mounted on my bass. A small clamp that came with my similar Crown GLM mic fits right on the plain gut E string. For uamplified jobs, it is of in a jiff.

 

[Ric Vice]

Yes direct to FOH is what I am doing. if I want an amp I will use my Full Circle. But I would rather use no pickup and amp at all for this quartet. Any experience with the MD421 for live bass? I have only used it in the studio.
H clamp plus MD421 might be a cheaper alternative for me since I already own the MD421. But I am not sure if that mic is suited for live use (in acoustic quartet setting)?

There some things that you might want to consider, there are certian basses where the H-Clamp doesn't seat properly. My DB is a flatback and it's tricky to get the H-Clamp to
stay mounted. Another consideration, is depending on the fit of your bass case, you have to remove and reinstall the H Clamp everytime you take the case on and off.
Since you aren't using an amplifier, it's not as big of a deal. You might also consider the Troll Mic for DB. it's pretty reasonable and gets a remarkable sound. Troll Microphone — Ribbon microphone for upright bass

Ric

 

[Les Fret]

Thanks Ric! So many things to consider. It’s driving me nuts......

 

[bassmanbrent]

The AMTand DPA mics are high quality products, but I don’t like how fragile they are for live sound applications, especially as regards the cables. Something with a regular XLR connector feels more roadworthy to me and likely to hold up over time without worrying about breaking them. As always, EEMMV.

I was told by a sound man who know his stuff that DPA cables are kevlar and, although really thin and wimpy looking, are actually much stronger and robust than regular mic cables. I've never followed up to confirm that he's right, but I've never had any reliability issues with my DPA... It looks delicate but seems to be built to last.

 

[Ric Vice]

I was told by a sound man who know his stuff that DPA cables are kevlar and, although really thin and wimpy looking, are actually much stronger and robust than regular mic cables. I've never followed up to confirm that he's right, but I've never had any reliability issues with my DPA... It looks delicate but seems to be built to last.

Same here, mine is up for sale in the TB classifides again as the buyer found a used Remic Green.

Ric

 

[JonathanRoberts]

I recommend DPA. You can't go wrong with DPA mics really.