Overheads
Oct 20, 2020
3 minutes
The most important microphones in our whole setup are the two overheads, which basically record the whole kit sound. Ideally, you’ll have a pair of large diaphragm condenser mics on tall stands two or three feet above the kit and about four feet apart. These are a ‘spaced pair’ of omni-directionals or cardioids. Omnis will give you more of the room sound, while cardioids achieve more focus.
Although this setup is common practice and can sound great, it’s not actually the easiest to get right, and it can also sound terrible. The main problem
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