EV PL 35

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EV PL 35

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PL 35

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 223256
Brand: EV
Model: PL 35
Price: $97.90

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The EV PL 35 is a solid, no-frills tom mic for players on a budget. It's surprisingly punchy and cuts through a dense drum mix well, especially for rock or heavier genres. If you need a reliable workhorse for your toms without spending a fortune, this is a great starting point.

Product Description

  • EV PL 35
  • Dynamic Microphone
  • For drums
  • Supercardioid
  • Impedance: 600 Ω
  • Frequency range: 50 - 16000 Hz
  • Metal body
  • Weight: 236 g
  • Colour: satin black
  • Incl. integrated swivel
  • and DRC-1 drum rim clamp
PROS
  • • Robust metal body handles serious tom hits without issue
  • • Supercardioid pattern isolates well, minimizing bleed from other drums
  • • Integrated swivel provides flexible positioning options on the rim
  • • Surprisingly tight low-end response for a microphone in this price bracket
CONS
  • • Supercardioid pattern can be tricky to position consistently
  • • 600Ω impedance requires a decent preamp for optimal gain
  • • Lacks the refined detail of higher-end tom microphones
  • • Can be a bit heavy for extended use on lighter toms

Product Video

Key Features

Mic Type Dynamic
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Range 50 - 16000 Hz
Max SPL 138 dB
Clamp Included Yes (DRC-1)
Weight 236 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SM57 is more versatile, but the PL 35 offers tighter low-end and slightly better isolation for toms, though it lacks the SM57's overall character.
The DRC-1 is a basic but functional clamp; it’s reliable for most gigs but might feel a bit less robust than a premium aftermarket option.
It's perfectly serviceable for home recording, but be mindful of preamp matching and room acoustics to get the best results – a higher-end mic will offer more detail.

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