andrushkiwt
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Does anyone have a good link/article about some philosophies behind mic positioning? I'm getting some really boxy/grating raw vocal tracks no matter which mic (at4040, sterling st51, sm58) or which position I place it in or which distance from my mouth (6"-1.5'). I'm going to try rotating it 15 degrees so I'm not singing straight in, but I'm a dude that likes reading the "why's" about what he's doing, plus I could learn a few other things from it as well. I'll scope out Sound on Sound and other places, but if someone has some kind "recording vocals for dummies" guide, I'd appreciate it. thanks
edit: I should state that it's entirely possible my singing technique isn't the best it can be. But I know lots of peeps in the clinic that aren't vocalists with training, yet their vocals sound clear, natural, and have no blaring frequencies. I have a very, very strong chest and nasal resonance when I sing, which can be good for singing live and getting a loud sound, but not great for recording.
edit: I should state that it's entirely possible my singing technique isn't the best it can be. But I know lots of peeps in the clinic that aren't vocalists with training, yet their vocals sound clear, natural, and have no blaring frequencies. I have a very, very strong chest and nasal resonance when I sing, which can be good for singing live and getting a loud sound, but not great for recording.
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