XY stereo set-up is a coincidence stereo technique using two cardioid microphones in the same point and angled at 90° to produce a stereo image. Theoretically, the two microphone capsules need to be at exactly the same point in space to avoid any phase problems due to the distance between the capsules.

Just about how much distance are you supposed to put between the mics and the source using this technique? How about for a drum set and a guitar amp.

XY mics on a drum kit - roughly above the toms pointing at cymbals. Placement give or take.
The kit and in fact, the band, isn't very loud and this is while the band is singing at a rehearsal.

Good thing? Not the best thing? Terrible idea?

XY pattern mics are usually shown at 90 degrees. Is there something inherently good or necessary about the precise value of 90 degrees?

what would happen in this case, if I where to mike a drum set and set the overheads up as 2 omnidirectional mics in an XY coincident position?

Hi,

I am trying to figure out the right way to use my AT2020 side address microphones in an XY technique for drum overheads. I just can't seem to understand it by reading articles about it because none of the microphones in the diagrams are side-address.

Also, is XY the best technique the best for drum overheads?

Thanks to anyone that can help me!

Does either option offer a better sound for a poor acoustic room?

What does each one do different from the other?

Is one better than the other?

Hi folks, sorry for the long post - I'm seeking some specific advice from more experienced engineers which I haven't been able to find so far in these forums.

I am a musician who currently does a lot of home recording and mixing but am looking to get into location recording of small group jazz gigs (mainly in clubs).

I’ve never had a chance to try a pair of figure-8 mics in Blumlein configuration, but I’m curious about it. Specifically, I’m curious about what happens when you close-mic an instrument like acoustic guitar (and yes, I know that ideally, Blumlein is something done at a greater distance in a good room).

The XY position is often referred to by engineers
when recording violin for classical music.
Can anyone elaborate? Also MS?

Thanks
Ted