Properly Recording Acoustic Guitar When Pre Has Only One Input

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Hi All,

If I understand correctly, I should an LDC closer to the sound hole and an SDC closer to the neck to properly record an acoustic guitar. The problem is that my preamp (UA710) only has one input. It has a mic in and a line in but if using the line in it will automatically disable the mic in. Is there any way to record both mics on one performance on a pre with only one in?

Thanks,

ROK
 
You need another preamp then. What are you recording into?
 
I'm recording into a Focusrite PRO24 FireWire interface which does have two pre's...so I can plug the other mic in there...I was just hoping to get the nice tube warmth of the ua710 on both mics.
 
Then just record one with the UA, one with the FR pre. After tracking, run the latter out an output to the UA and re record. Problem solved. :D
 
Thanks Jimmy. I'm using Sonar...any idea how to route the signal back out to the interface then into the UA pre and back again? I have yet to figure out how to do this.
 
I do not know Sonar. But typically you would assign that recorded tracks output bus to one of the outs on your interface. Or send it to an output buss that is routed there. Then back in from the UA as done previously. I assume you work up some Google magic to get the specifics. :D
 
Thank you sir...this will be a first for me (running from DAW out to hardware and back), should be interesting.
 
Don't be afraid. That's what the outputs are there for. Enjoy!!
 
Will do...unfortunately it will take some time as I'm waiting for the interface to be replaced due to a headphone jack issue. In the meantime, I appreciate all the help
 
While you're waiting, do some individual recordings with the two mics, one at a time, in various positions, so you know what you're dealing with when you have more channels... there is no "proper" way to record guitar - there are many methods, some of which will work for you...

You may not need a second mic at all...
 
Just be careful about the routing of the output of the *new* track incoming from the UA. You don't want to create a feedback loop.

I'd use an output you don't normally use-- like #7 or 8 for the output of the recorded track, and route the output of the new track to your regular monitor output(s).

Dig?
 
A single, figure-8 microphone would do the trick....aimed properly to pick up both ends, but only needing one input.

Also an Omni pattern might be another alternative...just pay attention to the room sound, since it will pick up everything around.
 
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