EV PL 33

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EV PL 33

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PL 33

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 223255
Brand: EV
Model: PL 33
Price: $115.50

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The PL 33 is a solid, no-nonsense bass drum mic, especially for those on a budget. It delivers a punchy, defined low-end that cuts through a live mix or tracks well in the studio. Perfect for rock, metal, and heavier genres where you need a focused, powerful bass drum sound without spending a fortune.

Product Description

  • EV PL 33
  • Dynamic microphone
  • Especially suited for bass drums
  • Polar pattern: Super cardioid
  • Impedance: 150 Ohm
  • Frequency range: 20 - 10
  • 000 Hz
  • Metal body
  • Weight: 364 g
  • Colour: Satin Black
  • Incl. Stand clamp
PROS
  • • Robust metal body handles serious drum kit abuse.
  • • Supercardioid pattern effectively isolates bass drum sound.
  • • Tight, focused low-end response for impactful recordings.
  • • Surprisingly clean transient response for a budget dynamic mic.
CONS
  • • Supercardioid pattern demands precise mic placement.
  • • Lacks the detail and nuance of higher-end bass drum mics.
  • • Can be a bit boomy in smaller rooms without careful EQ.

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Key Features

Mic Type Dynamic
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Range 20 - 10,000 Hz
Max SPL 135 dB
Sensitivity -72 dBV/Pa
Weight 364 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Beta 52A offers a more refined sound and broader frequency response, but the PL 33 punches harder for the price and is more durable.
Yes, it's more demanding than omni or cardioid – slight movements can drastically change the sound, but it offers excellent isolation when positioned correctly.
While primarily designed for bass drums, it *could* be used on toms or guitar cabs in a pinch, but its limited frequency response won't be ideal for those applications.

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