recording trumpet with an sm57

[Han]

Great to have you back Harvey, welcome!

 

[Rocket Boy]

Another cool, but unmentioned trick is aim the 57 straight up or straight down, so that the player is playing across the face of the mic instead of into it. The off axis response will tame the high end peaks of the 57 and you'll get a warmer sound. Try anywhere from 12" to 4' away.

thanks! i definately wouldnt have thought to try that one