First produced in 1995, the OM5 dynamic vocal microphone has become highly regarded by artists and engineers for its ability to produce quality sound at very high sound pressure levels without distortion or feedback. The OM5 is naturally attenuated at 120 Hz to reduce boominess and handling noise. The mid-range is tailored for clarity and presence making it easier for the vocals to be heard both in the mains and monitors.

By employing Audix's VLM (very low mass) capsule technology, the OM5 has exceptional transient response. An extremely tight and uniformly controlled hypercardioid pattern helps to isolate the vocals from the rest of the instruments on stage. The OM5 is comfortable to hold, durable, and manufactured with extremely tight tolerances. The result is an unparalleled consistency in sound and performance at a very competitive price.

Compared the SM58 the OM5 was clearer, present, and had much more rejection. Switching to the OM5 was like taking the cotton out of my ears. There is a reason Alanis Morissete, Garbage, The Donnas, and Willie Nelson use this mic.

Hear the difference yourself: Normal SM58 - OM5 ...about 1 inch away from the front of each mic Proximity SM58 - OM5...lips touching the mic Rejection SM58 - OM5...150 degrees off the front axis, simulating a monitor noise entering the mic.
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