Ultimate Hi-Hat Mic Comparison | 8 Best Hi-Hat Microphones Tested

Here are the hi-hat microphones I tested! (Links below⬇️) Neumann KM184 - https://drumhelper.com/recommends/neu... Audio Technica AT4041 - https://drumhelper.com/recommends/aud... Audix ADX51 - https://drumhelper.com/recommends/aud... AKG P170 - https://drumhelper.com/recommends/akg... Shure SM81 - https://drumhelper.com/recommends/shu... Rode M3 - https://drumhelper.com/recommends/rod... Shure SM57 - https://drumhelper.com/recommends/shu... Shure SM7B - https://drumhelper.com/recommends/shu... For the best experience, I recommend listening to this comparison on good headphones or quality speakers to hear the nuances between each mic! I've tested eight of the top hi-hat microphones in this head to head comparison, and each of these mics brings something a little different to the table in terms of tone, response, price, and versatility. Keeping things fair, I maintained the same mic placement, tuning, and gain levels across the board, capturing each take in a way that highlights both open and closed hi-hat sounds. The aim was to give you an honest sound comparison for each mic without the influence of additional processing. I’ve covered a wide range of mics to help you find the right match for your setup, and I hope you find this video helpful in your search for the right choice for your hi-hats for live and studio use. Timecodes 0:00 - Introduction 0:21 - Hi-Hat Playing Unprocessed 0:47 - Hi-Hat Playing Processed 1:15 - Full Kit Playing Unprocessed 2:35 - Full Kit Playing Processed 3:56 - Outro Hit subscribe for more drum covers, lessons, and more! Website: https://www.drumhelper.com​ Instagram:   / gideongrooves   Facebook:   / drumhelperofficial