| NW-700 | BM-700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | $23.00 | $27.00 |
| Microphone Type | Condenser | Condenser |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 16KHz | 20Hz - 20KHz |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid | Cardioid |
When looking at the specifications, you may think that the BM-700 should have been the microphone that came out on top, but when listening to the actual sound produced by each microphone the NW-700 is the real winner.
The NW-700 had a much tighter low end and provided more accurate audio reproduction. This led to less booming with the acoustic guitar and vocals, and much better electric guitar sounds.
Both microphones require a minimum of 4.5v to work well, but can run using a full +48v of phantom power without damaging them. Either microphone would be a fine addition to your cheap microphone collection, but if you only have the budget for one, I would recommend the NW-700.
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