EV PL 37

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EV PL 37

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PL 37

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 223257
Brand: EV
Model: PL 37
Price: $97.90

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The PL 37 is a surprisingly capable budget-friendly option for drum overheads or spot miking percussion. It's a great starting point for gigging musicians or home recordists needing a workhorse mic without the premium price tag – just don’t expect studio-grade clarity.

Product Description

  • EV PL 37
  • Condenser Microphone
  • For overheads and percussion
  • Cardioid
  • Impedance: 200 Ohm
  • Frequency response: 50 - 16000 Hz
  • Metal body
  • Weight: 176 g
  • Colour: Satin black
  • Includes stand clamp
PROS
  • • Solid metal body provides surprising durability for the price.
  • • Cardioid pattern minimizes bleed in multi-mic drum setups.
  • • Frequency response captures a decent range for overheads and toms.
  • • Lightweight design reduces stand stress during energetic performances.
CONS
  • • Sound lacks the detail and nuance of higher-end condenser mics.
  • • 200-ohm impedance might require a preamp with sufficient gain.
  • • Satin black finish is a fingerprint magnet and can look cheap.

Product Video

Key Features

Mic Type Condenser
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 50 - 16000 Hz
Max SPL 135 dB
Sensitivity -32 dBV/Pa (11 mV)
Weight 176 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

It's a step up from dynamic drum mics in terms of detail, but won't match the transparency of more expensive condenser options like the AKG C414.
It might require a preamp with a bit more gain to achieve a healthy signal level, especially if your interface's preamps are on the weaker side.
It's surprisingly sturdy; I've seen these survive some serious stage abuse, though the capsule itself is still relatively delicate.

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