Hi Lukas, you’re right – the Suzuki MC37, and Yamaha P37D are the main contenders, but I’m not sure yo’ll find that all elusive warm and beautiful sound. I’m a fan of the Yamaha, and I think you’ll find that it really does justify the cost. If you have some woodworking skills, try re-casing a P37D in wood, it may give you just the sound you’re looking for, or alternatively, use a dynamic mic like the Shure SM58 – it will round off any harshness, and leave the sweetness 🙂
Here’s one I made earlier from a P32D