Hey all!
I need some advice on what mics are best to use to record a solo trombone, and mic placement. Can anyone help me please?
So heres what I use currently: Rode NT1A Cardiod Condenser Mic, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB Audio Interface, Logic Pro X.
The Rode makes a nice sound, but it isn't as clear as I'd like it to be. I don't know if that is because of placement? I've experimented a little but can't seem to find the sweet spot, so my first question is - can anyone advise me on placement for this mic?
I've heard of a technique where you use the condenser mic to mic up the acoustic of the room, whilst you use a dynamic mic to close mic the horn? Is that a thing? If so, would anyone recommend it? If so, I'd be thinking of using a Shure SM57 dynamic instrument mic with the Rode NT1A.
I've also heard that ribbon mics are good for the trombone? If so, does anyone know of a decent one at a reasonable price?
I'd just like some advice from anyone with experience of recording a trombone or a similar instrument before I spend the money.
Thanks alot!
JoeTbn96
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Also, does anyone know about mics that clip on to the bell?
I need some advice on what mics are best to use to record a solo trombone, and mic placement. Can anyone help me please?
So heres what I use currently: Rode NT1A Cardiod Condenser Mic, Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 USB Audio Interface, Logic Pro X.
The Rode makes a nice sound, but it isn't as clear as I'd like it to be. I don't know if that is because of placement? I've experimented a little but can't seem to find the sweet spot, so my first question is - can anyone advise me on placement for this mic?
I've heard of a technique where you use the condenser mic to mic up the acoustic of the room, whilst you use a dynamic mic to close mic the horn? Is that a thing? If so, would anyone recommend it? If so, I'd be thinking of using a Shure SM57 dynamic instrument mic with the Rode NT1A.
I've also heard that ribbon mics are good for the trombone? If so, does anyone know of a decent one at a reasonable price?
I'd just like some advice from anyone with experience of recording a trombone or a similar instrument before I spend the money.
Thanks alot!
JoeTbn96
---------- Update ----------
Also, does anyone know about mics that clip on to the bell?