Re: Audio Technica AT4022 or Sennheiser MKH 20

["Dan Dugan" dandugan_1999]

>> I use 2 Audio Technica AT4022's for my nature recording and would like to 
>> know if it's really worth the $900 each for the upgrade to the Sennheiser 
>> MKH20's? I usually record in a boundary array but also like to record hand 
>> holding them in a pistol grip. The AT4022 really exhibit low self noise.
> 
> I have six 3032s (predecessor to the 4022) and I have had occasional problems 
> with popping or fizzing when they are out overnight. It's an individual mic 
> thing--the majority of them have never made noises. Though the capsules' 
> threads were glued, they can be removed, though I did cosmetic damage to two 
> that had more glue. Replacement/spare capsules for 3032 are $70, I think.
> 
> I have tested mine by putting them in the refrigerator while monitoring them. 
> That will cause condensation and stimulate the problem if the mic has it.

I forgot to conclude: The Sennheisers will be more reliable. The quality 
difference may not be significant.

-Dan