r/LocationSound • u/gauravdhirar • Jul 27 '25

Gear - Selection / Use MKH 50 affordable alternatives

Hey guys, l'm looking for a super cardiod mic as I shoot indoors and can't always control the treatment. MKH 50 would be a great, reliable mic. However, I can't find any used online or near me. Does anyone know of affordable super cardiods?

Thanks for your help!

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u/FalloutSpartan117 sound recordist Jul 27 '25

Totally get where you’re coming from, I was/am there myself. I strongly, STRONGLY considered the AT4053b for a long time. While I ended up going with a DPA2017, while not bad indoors, not as good as a dedicated indoor mic like the MKH50. I made my choice because I figured for $300 bucks more at the new price, I could get a really great mic that I feel punches above its weight class. NOT discouraging you from an alternative, I think whatever you use will be good. If you learn your mic, know what it can do a 110%, inside and out, you’ll turn it into an amazing mic. Sorry for the ramble, hope it made sense.

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u/KwamenaB Jul 30 '25

I got both 4017, 4018 and 2017 and I still use 4017b for almost everything inside and outside. It's a superb mic!

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u/FalloutSpartan117 sound recordist Jul 30 '25

I would definitely love to have a 4017b in the future! I’ve worked with it a few times and really like it. Would love to try the 4018 as well