My personal favourite kick mics are either Beyer M88 or AKG D112. Haven't used a Beta 52 yet in the studio but they are great live. Love 57's or 421's on toms.
If you want to hear my efforts with 57's on toms, 58 & 57 on snare, Sennheiser 441 on kick and PZM's for O/H and hats, have a look at
www.danniielle.com. Click on 'music' and download 'Strange'. Not an expensive mic choice but they work nicely IMHO.
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Dannii