Hello,
Tomorrow I'll be recording classical harp. I pretty much have any combo of mic and pre to choose from. I've been getting a few different recording techniques tips from friends.. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.

Greetings to all.

Lets hope this rant changes the minds of brides everywhere.

http://www.glumbert.com/media/pachelbel

I can dream can't I?

Phil

Well, we are now down to 1 classical radio station. It was just annonced that KMZT is switching format to be a country station. This is really unfortunate as many of the local ensembles broadcast on this station. The other classical station is much more corporate in nature- the syndicate dj's to other stations and don't do many live broadcasts.

I know that there is no real standard for the apparent loudness in popular music mastering (i.e. the loudness wars), but is there any standard in mastering classical music?

I am new to these forums as a poster, but I have read them hours a day along with other sites such as gearslutz. These forums definitely have the most talented recording engineers on them, and I would love if someone could take me in, and help me.

I've come to a point where I'm prepared to start investigating using artificial reverb. I record to a Mackie SDR 24/96, and mix in a Powerbook using Tracktion. This has worked well. I haven't done very much processing other than mixing.

Do you use reverb?

What are usable reverbs for acoustic music like choir, chamber music etc?

So I have experience recording "baby" grand piano's but it's been all jazz or classical live performances. Tomorrow I'm recording a duo. Upright bass and piano with fem. vocals from the pianist.

I've spent many hours and days reading studio monitor reviews. Perhaps it's because I'm looking for a 5"/1" setup, but every review focuses on the bass response.

I am hoping that some engineers with a classical recording background could help me decide which sub-$500/pr active monitors will have the best midrange.

Good day gentlemen,

I am currently looking for a good mastering house, preferably in Europe, to master classical recordings for vinyl. Are some of you guys in this business, and if not, could you name respectable places for this job?

Best,
Thomas