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1answer
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Microphone recommendation for solo trombone recordings

I would like some help to come up with a good mic setup to record solo trombone. I am not interested in the pop-brass-full-power kind of trombone playing needing a Shure SM57, but rather the sweet ...
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3answers
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Microphone/Extras for video-tutorials/screencasts

For making video-tutorials/screencasts, what is a good, yet affordable microphone and what additional extras do I need? The tutorials will revolve around programming, so things to consider might be ...
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2answers
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Wireless lapel mic (for use with Canon 7D) recommendations

I am producing a documentary on a very small budget and am looking to purchase a wireless lapel microphone. I am pretty camera savvy but when it comes to microphones I have no clue. So what I'm after ...
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2answers
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What is a good cardioid mic for video?

I am going to be recording audio-for-video on the field and I am trying to figure out what type of mic to use. We are also on an extremely tight budget, so I am looking for something under $200. I ...
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2answers
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USB mic vs. XLR, 3.5mm, or 1/4 inch connector

What are the advantages of having a USB mic over having a XLR, 3.5mm, or 1/4 inch connector? I.e. quality, price, portability. I am looking at recording sound for video and I'm not sure what type ...
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2answers
473 views

Lavalier for video production

Looking for a Lavalier microphone for video production. The Rode Lavalier Mic looks like the best bang for buck in regards to quality for price. But really for my current budget the many times cheaper ...
3
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2answers
259 views

Live percussion recording - microphone questions

I want to record a live performance focused on percussion and voice. I have a Mac and a Presonus Firebox. To start I'm considering a simple mono recording, since the most important to me is the ...
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2answers
750 views

Urgent: Micing a kick drum with a large diaphragm condenser?

In two days, I am supposed to record a rock (more like hardcore) band. I'm definitely no professional, rather doing it as a favor since I have most of the equipment. I am starting with the drums and ...
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How should I mic a classical guitar?

I’d like to record some classical guitar. I have Garage Band and a couple of generic USB mics. I also have a two-channel M-Audio preamp/audio interface, so recommendations for better mics for the ...