Johnny Don't!
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Hello to all my uber-helpful & knowledgeable forum friends!
I have a project coming up in roughly two weeks which will involve tracking a violinist and a cellist. I realized after I accepted the job as producer that I've never recorded any orchestral string instruments before, so I need some insight on how best to capture them. Mic selection & mic placement are my main concerns, but any info regarding the process is welcome, stuff like where in the live room is the best spot to situate the performer; what pre-amps or EQs (both in terms of model & settings) are best for these instruments, etc. And anything else I might be omitting.
Thanks in advance!
I have a project coming up in roughly two weeks which will involve tracking a violinist and a cellist. I realized after I accepted the job as producer that I've never recorded any orchestral string instruments before, so I need some insight on how best to capture them. Mic selection & mic placement are my main concerns, but any info regarding the process is welcome, stuff like where in the live room is the best spot to situate the performer; what pre-amps or EQs (both in terms of model & settings) are best for these instruments, etc. And anything else I might be omitting.
Thanks in advance!