I like this as a more low-fi option. It might require bass roll-off to be usable. The harmonics of the notes seem to stand out while the picking is very suppressed. Lacks punchiness and definition but is warm and soft, a little dull.
Small diaphragm condenser is less coloured and provides a quality hi-fi stereo field with lots of pick attack. Coincident pair of identical mics makes for a natural image. Would suite a solo situation due to large natural sound.
Interesting how the thin, inarticulate 57 tone provides a bit of interest to the larger Neumann which also includes the pick attack. Lacks clarity and sounds thin, SM57 on neck picks up unwanted fret buzz.
I really like the way the revoiced guitar (NT4, left) sits above the original (U87 right) track. The Neumann's smooth rich tone fills out the brighter NT4. Separate panning of the NT4's capsules adds depth. Nice rich stereo field would provide a good bed for an acoustic track.
I like the way there seems to be a clear image that separates the percussive strumming and the ringing of the steel strings. Emphasizes harshness of steel strings, a little thin.
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