The Sennheiser e914 is an immensely versatile small diaphragm condenser mic that's suitable for all sorts of acoustic instruments, drums and percussion. For louder sources, leverage the 3-position pad switch to attenuate by -10dB or -20dB, and make use of the switchable high-pass filter for close mic applications where the low-end gets a little overwhelming. Particularly great as a drum overhead mic, the e914 will let you hear every ounce of sizzle, every bit of beautiful brightness from the cymbals without ever needing to tame any harsh high end. Exceptional transient response and a full-bodied tonality make it a wonderful choice for acoustic guitars, pianos, and all sorts of instruments with a harmonically complex sound.