There are as many different ways to record an instrument well as there are good players. The key is knowing what sound you want and keep experimenting with what you have until you get the best results.
You may want to frequent pro audio groups like Gearslutz and 3bd forums and ask questions. KM84 are common mics for mandolinists, often in 90 to 120 degree stereo ORTF. My personal favorite is a Royer SF12 stereo ribbon mic, through the AEA TRP pre. When the mando is to be the featured instrument, I record it M/S, otherwise in 90 stereo. I often record the solos different from the rhythm stuff, often the rhythm is mono. It blends better to my ears that way. I almost never add compression or reverb. If I want reverb, I try to get as much of the room sound into the mic as needed. I will often move baffles and reflective wood panels around in my room to get more reflections to the mic. Once again, a lot of experimentation is needed. Best of luck!! --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Taterbugmando" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/taterbugmando?hl=en -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
