Hey guys, I asked a similar question a while back, but was looking for some advice on mics. I currently have a selection of dynamics and a pair of AKG 451b's. I was looking to get a new pair of mics to play a bit more with stereo. I especially want to experiment with M/S recording techniques.
Originally I was looking at 414 buls's since that would give me a) large diaphragm condensers b) omni and figure 8. I'd really like to play around with some stereo techniques and it seemed like a pair of multipattern mics would do the trick.
However, I was also looking into modular mic/capsule sets. While not quite as convenient for switching patterns (or as cheap...), everyday practicality might be much better since I wouldn't have to move around 2 414's cobbled together in some goofy M/S array. Another thing that appealed to me in this respect is that I might be able to double up a mic for boom duties for video (though I could always just pick up a mic specifically for that).
So I guess I am asking advice on what you guys think the best system for playing around with this stuff and also ending up with a nice usable set of mics, for M/S and for other uses.
Again, I was thinking in the 1200-1500 range. Mic's I had in mind were 414's, AKG's Blueline (they have a figure 8 capsule and for that and two bodies/cardioid would be about 1000), and a schoeps setup (a bit more than I can spend). I'd look at other setups, but other than other large diaphragm condenser setups, I was coming up dry.
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I realize no one mic (or pair of mics) can perform all roles. I
I realize no one mic (or pair of mics) can perform all roles. I was originally thinking LD mics in the 414's, AT 40??, and the studio projects C3's, but then I got to thinking a pair of SD mics might be better for usability in M/S configuration. I'm just picturing two pencil type SD's stacked on top of each other as opposed to 414's stacked top to top in an ungainly array.
What do you guys use for M/S? LD or SD?
Originally posted by kidtexas: I realize no one mic (or pair o
Originally posted by kidtexas:
I realize no one mic (or pair of mics) can perform all roles. I was originally thinking LD mics in the 414's, AT 40??, and the studio projects C3's, but then I got to thinking a pair of SD mics might be better for usability in M/S configuration. I'm just picturing two pencil type SD's stacked on top of each other as opposed to 414's stacked top to top in an ungainly array.What do you guys use for M/S? LD or SD?
OK...I must be missing something here (I am quite dense you know!). If you want to do M/S recording, you need a figure-of-eight mic, which requires two diaphragms, or maybe you could use 3 mics, but I really have no clue on that??? :confused:
You talk about 2 SDC stacked on top of each other...are you talking with the elements together as in a coincident pair (x/y), or at opposite ends, kind of like a F-O-8??? If the latter is the case, then I guess you are talking about a 3 mic setup for M/S, which I don't know that I have ever seen a decoder for that...
You mention in your original post that you have a pair of 451's...there are your SDC's right there. There are better models around to be sure, but if you say you want to "play around" with M/S...and you already have 2 SDC's, yet are looking for another set...???
Like I said, I am really confused! Hehe... :confused:
Everyone else seems to be understanding you, so it *must* just be me!
BTW...a nice pair of 414's would work great, and then give you a nice set of mics to double as drum OH's (they are a bit silibant for vox however).
Originally posted by Doublehelix: You talk about 2 SDC stacked
Originally posted by Doublehelix:
You talk about 2 SDC stacked on top of each other...are you talking with the elements together as in a coincident pair (x/y), or at opposite ends, kind of like a F-O-8??? If the latter is the case, then I guess you are talking about a 3 mic setup for M/S, which I don't know that I have ever seen a decoder for that...
They make small diaphragm mics that have figure 8 patterns. I think Sennheiser makes one, as well as a removable capsule for the AKG blueline system (ck94) and the Schoeps small diaphragm mic system (mk8 capsule). I'm sure there are others out there... Thus you could use one of the aforementioned figure 8 mics in combination with another SD cardiod mic.
They make small diaphragm mics that have figure 8 patterns. I th
They make small diaphragm mics that have figure 8 patterns. I think Sennheiser makes one, as well as a removable capsule for the AKG blueline system (ck94) and the Schoeps small diaphragm mic system (mk8 capsule). I'm sure there are others out there... Thus you could use one of the aforementioned figure 8 mics in combination with another SD cardiod mic.
Ahhhhh....I didn't know that! Thanks! Makes sense now! Sounds like a more simplified setup.
I am assuming that these mics have a switchable pattern so that you could use them elsewhere as well.
Thanks for the info, I knew I was missing something!
If you want to do M/S recording, you need a figure-of-eight mic,
If you want to do M/S recording, you need a figure-of-eight mic, which requires two diaphragms, or maybe you could use 3 mics, but I really have no clue on that???
Not all fig8 mics require two diphragms. For example Sennheiser MHK30 RF mic, has one. It makes response patterns identical from both sides, which is important for MS. A ribbon mic--like Royer, would be another option, but you will definitely need to try it first.
Hey, I recently tried out a Rode NT4, stereo mic in an XY pos
Hey,
I recently tried out a Rode NT4, stereo mic in an XY position, it didnt sound too bad. Im prettry sure they are available in the states.
check 'em out: http://www.rode.com.au
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