How many microphones should I have?
How many microphones should I have?
The most important tool for the recording engineer, microphones hold much mysterious power over us. So much so that we think if we could only get a newer, “better” mic we’d be able to get pro recordings. Just like the magazine promised us! The truth is, you only need two mics to handle 95% of any recording situation.
Do I need drum mics?
Miking up a drum kit on stage isn’t always necessary or possible in small venues. However, if the size of the room and the PA system can handle it, even a single mic on the kick drum can really contribute to the live mix.
Is 4 mics enough for drums?
Although some engineers tend to use upwards of eight microphones on a drum kit in the studio, you can achieve a quality sound at home using four strategically placed mics. A mixture of condenser and dynamic microphones is crucial to getting a good, punchy sound from home.
How do you EQ bluegrass?
- Put a high pass filter on at about 135Hz.
- Use the notch EQ procedure for guitar the same way for banjo.
- Put very slight saturation on banjo.
- Don’t use compression on banjo (hard driving bluegrass banjo styles).
- Add EQ to taste. Usually I dip again around 300Hz, and again around 4kHz.
Do banjos have pickups?
Gold Tone SMP+ Sliding Magnetic Pickup for Banjo It’s a humbucker, which helps the banjo keep its deep resonance once amplified, and this also means it works without a pre-amp: just plug it straight in. It’s height-adjustable, so you can choose how far from the head this pick up should be, to suit your sound the best.
Do you need to mic up cymbals?
MIKING CYMBALS: These mics may end up being mixed very low or cut out entirely in the track, but it’s still important to have them recorded, just in case. Some points to consider: If possible, use small diaphragm condensers. Make sure to pad either the mic or on the pre-amp, as cymbals have a high output.