Don’t assume there are only two different types of microphones; vocal and instrumental. Chris Huff and Brian Gowing explain how microphones are different, why they’re different, and how to pick the right one for your need. They also talk about creative miking solutions for kids choirs, drums, cajons, and how microphone placement on an amplifier can affect the tone.
Resources:
- Vocal Microphone Guide
- Mixing Drums: From Stage to Console
- The Basics Of Phantom Power
- Audio Essentials for Church Sound
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Bob Smith says
February 3, 2019 at 8:40 pmGood information on different microphone patterns. I agree it’s important to continue learning about mic placement. Great tips.
Anonymous says
January 1, 2019 at 4:44 pmHi Chris and Brian!
You inspired me with your story (at 20:25) where you two used a dynamic microphone for a piano due to a feedback situation.
I have a similar situation: a grand piano mic’ed with a condenser microphone. I love the sound from this piano-mic combination, but unfortunately I’m getting some feedback through this mic.
I’m going to try putting a spare SM57 on this piano. However, I’ll keep the condenser at the piano, too, and use it just for the livestream. I’ll put the SM57 and the condenser on a VCA I’ll label “piano” and route the SM57 to the room and the condenser to the livestream. It may or may not work well, but it’ll be fun to try.
Thanks for the inspiration!
Chris Huff says
January 3, 2019 at 3:14 pmSweet, thanks for the note!
Abel York says
December 6, 2018 at 1:45 pmHeya dude. My name is Abel, and I wanted to give ya a virtual high five.
Really good stuff here man. Fan of your work, keep it coming!
Chris Huff says
December 7, 2018 at 9:50 amThanks, Abel! You made my day.