Re: SM57's (was amp mics)

[rocket@xxxxxxxxxxxx (Rick Barker)]

>I also happen to like their tone for harp work.  I'd advise anyone who's
>been using bullets for a while to try a 57.  It requires setting your amp
>up a little differently, but you may be suprised at the amount of overdrive
>and honk you can get from them.  I especially like the profile - I find
>using a bullet is like trying to hold a tennis ball and play at the same
>time.

I can vouch for the nice tone Hugh gets out of his amp using a 57.