Looking for budget-friendly yet excellent-sounding drum overheads? Look no further than the Audix f9. This microphone delivers a clear and precise response both onstage and in the studio. Its versatility is truly impressive as it offers the functionality of multiple microphones in one. While the f9 excels with acoustic sources like most small-diaphragm condensers it can be used effectively on instruments such as cymbals (including hi-hat) acoustic guitar cello and piano.