has anyone used an MS stereo set, MKH416 ANd MKH30 as MS on orchestra?
i own a mkh40 too, but i need it on a cembalo, so was thinking to envolve my 416 closed in my boom. thanks.

We get questions on this topic pretty frequently. Some of them are specific to particular instruments, but I thought I'd post some general thoughts I have on the subject that I didn't want distracting other threads.

Hey all-
My first post to the forum!

In my professional life, about 90% of the time, when there is a choir with instruments- from small ensemble to full orchestra- the choir is behind the instruments on risers. To my main pair, the choir is less 'close' and detailed than the instruments because it is quite a bit further from the mains.

(y) Hi, I'm really not sure, I want to create a music, that uses full orchestra, what is the best one that I can be proud to use, I meant software, and massively produce it on album store. I was reading a site, about Kontakt 4, and said that, Avatar Movie used it, and I wonder, is that great for making the Orchestra.

I have been hired to record the Nutcracker Suite for a TV broadcast for a local PBS station. Since most every one knows that particular Suite I am not listing the instrumentation here. The orchestra will be in a pit and I'm limited in being able to suspend any mics due to camera angles, etc. Any suggestions on how to get the best sound for this show?

At times, I have to record a live orchestra performance but the organiser of the concert refused to let me put up overhead mic stands on stage as they affect the view of the audience. Since I do not have any access to set up suspending microphone, up to now, what I would do is to place the mics at around performers' height, 3-4 in front of the orchestra and 2 in front of the woodwind section.

Hi all -- I just recorded a live orchestra with piano (Rachmaninoff's third concerto) for the first time. Can't say I did a terrific job... But I think the recording will be adequate; I just want to learn to make it better next time. I know now that I probably should have used an X/Y setup; I used ORTF instead.

Im going to be recording a Symphony Orchestra on Friday in a 1400 seat room. They will be playing with a band. The band will be smushed right in the middle of the stage with the Orchestra around them. Good thing is the drums are roland v-drums so that eliminates the drummer destroying the orchestras sound in the recording.

Hello everyone, I am new here.

Not having the budget to hire a sound engineer, I have been asked to record my orchestras upcoming concert. I've tried to pick up as much as I can but don't get a really good sound. Can I please get some pointers about how best to record a symphony orchestra with the following equipment: