Method clarification for DIY mics

[Question]

Hello

I decided to build a new mic for my old (oooold) MD

But couldn't decide which method to choose...

And here are the options:

a) passive battery box with linkwitz modded 2 pin capsules without highpass capacitor vs.

b ) passive battery box with linkwitz modded 2 pin capsules with highpass capacitor vs.

c) passive battery box with non moded 2 pin capsules vs.

d) passive battery box with non moded 3 pin capsules (with internal resistors) vs.

e) active battery box (a preamp inother words) with modded or non modded 2 pin vs 3 pin.

f) and if preamp then which IC

All ideas will be appreciated

Best regards

Edited November 9, 2005 by Question

[greenmachine]

I guess you're planning to use cardioids in xy-configuration? If you're certain about fixing the mics in a housing without any considerable distance in between - which i usually don't recommend - i'd go for d) with a highpass set somewhere below 20Hz (capacitor value at least 1uF). With a built-in power supply you can either use the mic- or line-in of your recorder, depending on the situation. A good preamp is more or less difficult to build/find and not really required if your recorder has a built-in pre or you plan to record exclusively at high SPLs.

[Question]

Thanx for reply

Edited November 9, 2005 by Question