Stereo or mono/doubles for the dulcet tones of my fingerpicked D-18?

[tdukex]

And for those of you who don't recognize the name, say hello to my friend, Rick Ruskin, one of the finest guitar players on the planet. Check out his music at www.liondogmusic.com and keep in mind that most of the stuff you'll be hearing is just one guitar - no overdubs!!!

Hey, Rick. Thanks for showing up. I have your CD "Words Fail Me," and seeing you here reminds me that I've been meaning to go buy more of your music.

 

[RRuskin]

Glad to be here. Thanks.

 

[expatguy]

I never use AKG 451's on anything. They are my least favorite mic. My "go to" mics for guitar are: Sennheiser MKH 40's, 406's, 405's, and Electro-Voice CS-15's. The guitar solos were recorded with a pair of one of the above depending on the tune and what was in the mic locker at the time. I never mix large and small diaphragms when I record guitar.

And for the record - I don't use any picks on my right hand.

It seems we have something in common, Rick. I don't use fingerpicks either. Funny, that fact alone doesn't make me play nearly as good as you do. I guess I need to change my brand of strings.

Thanks for sharing your tips, and giving us fingerpickers a target to aim for. Fall short though we may...

Regards,
expatguy