Kick Mic Cardioid
Kick Mic Cardioid
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Nady SP-5 Dynamic Cardioid Neodymium Mic $29.97 The Nady SP-5 Dynamic Cardioid Neodymium Mic gives you great performance at a very economical price. It has a balanced, natural sound with bottom-end warmth, midrange presence, and smooth high end. |
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Nady DMK-7 Drum Mic Package $189.99 The Nady DMK-7 Drum Mic Package includes 4 DM70s, one DM80, and 2 CM88 mics in a fitted case. DM70 mics are perfect for miking snares, toms, and percussion with no bleed-through from other pieces, neodymium element for max output, and super-high SPL handling capacity. The DM80 microphone's specifically designed for kick drum with extended low-end response. The CM88 cymbal mics feature an extremely uniform and tight cardioid polar pattern for easy mixing. |
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Nady CM 90 Cardioid Condenser Mic $39.99 The Nady CM 90 Cardioid Condenser Mic is great for recording or reinforcing acoustic guitars, hi-hats, snares, piano, and horns. Perfect as an overhead drum mic. Features high sensitivity, extended smooth response, and very high SPL capability. Transformerless design yields minimal self-noise. Rugged turned-brass microphone housing and internal sub-assembly shockmount. Engraved markings. Requires 48V phantom power. |
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Sennheiser Evolution E902 Dynamic Kick Drum Microphone $199.95 Winner of the TEC Award for Outstanding Technical Achievement (2005) and the m.i.p.a award for Best Drum Microphone (2005), the Sennheiser e902 is a dynamic mic designed to reproduce the lowest bass sources and handle extremely high sound pressure levels. It is ideal for kick drums, bass guitar amps, tubas, and any other bass instruments. Exceptionally clean and clear reproduction of the deepest bass signals. Cardioid pickup pattern. Frequency response: 20Hz - 18kHz. Rugged construction for touring stage applications.Frequency response optimized for kick drumVery fast attackExceptionally clean and clear reproduction of the deepest bass signalsIntegral stand mountHum-compensating coilShock-mounted capsuleRugged metal body |
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Gear One MK1000 Kick Drum Mic Black $69.99 The highly affordable MK1000 is a dynamic mic designed for low frequencies. Its supercardioid polar pattern provides maximum isolation onstage for greater gain-before-feedback. Its 30Hz-10kHz frequency response is tailored for kick drum with a slight boost at 80Hz (where kick drum lives) and a presence peak at 3kHz and 9kHz for clear and articulated attack. Max SPL: 146dB |
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Audix D6 Kick Drum Microphone With Cable And Stand $229 Includes one Audix D6 Sub Impulse kick microphone, one Gear One 20' mic cable, and one DR Pro DR-256 low-profile tripod mic stand with fixed boom. Audix D6 Sub Impulse Kick Microphone:The Audix D6 Sub Impulse kick microphone is great onstage or in the studio for kick drums, percussion, and bass cabs. The special edition D6 drum mic has a cardioid pickup pattern and a frequency response of 30Hz to 15kHz. Its transformerless design, low impedance, and balanced output allow interference-free performance even with long cable runs. One-piece body precision machined from solid aluminum.Gear One Microphone Cable:For serious-minded musicians, Gear One's XLR cables have the strength and durability to withstand more than everyday use. Since your cable is your sound, this XLR mic cable's superior wiring allows your signal to be quiet, eliminating frustrating hums, buzzing, and crackles.DR Pro DR256:The DR Pro DR256 is a basic low-profile tripod microphone stand with telescoping boom. The boom is 19" and extends to 31". It is height adjustable from 9" to 17". The tripod legs extend to 19" per side.Dedicated to manufacturing premium stands for the professional studio musician, DR Pro gear is sure to deliver superior performance. Their gear is strong, lightweight, and uses a durable powdercoated finish paint, tougher tubing, and precision mechanical parts. Plus, DR's industry-standard designs make it easy to integrate DR mic stands into any studio or stage setting.Audix D6:Designed for low-frequency reproductionOne-piece body precision machined from solid aluminumCardioid pickup patternDynamic transducerFrequency response of 30Hz-15kHz144dB max SPLMusician's Gear MS-220:Thread adapterTubular legAdjustable height from floor to top thread 35" to 61-7/8"Fixed boom: 30-1/4"DR Pro DR256:Built to surpass industry standardsFully adjustable standLightweight construction Powdercoated finishesStronger tubingPrecision machiningHeight adjust: 9"-17" Telescoping boom adj.: 19"-31" |
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Audix D6 Kick Drum Microphone With Cable And Stand 2 Pack $449 This 2-pack features 2 Audix D6 Sub Impulse Kick Drum Mics, as well as a pair of Gear One Mic Cables, and DR PRO Low Profile Stands.Audix D6 Sub Impulse Kick Drum MicThe D6 is an American-made instrument microphone designed for live and studio performance. Characterized with a cardioid pick-up pattern and a frequency response of 30Hz-15kHz, the D6 instrument mic is an ideal choice for kick drum, bass cabs, and other instruments requiring low frequency reproduction.The Audix mic comes in a transformerless design, low impedance, and a balanced output allows interference-free performance even with long cable runs. The D6 mic, a one-piece body precision machined from solid aluminum, consists of a durable hard coat anodized finish.Gear One Mic CableFor serious-minded musicians, Gear One's XLR cables have the strength and durability to withstand more than everyday use. Since your cable is your sound, this XLR mic cable's superior wiring allows your signal to be quiet, eliminating frustrating hums, buzzing, and crackles.DR PRO DR256 MS1500BK Low Profile Mic Boom StandThe DR Pro DR259 keeps things simple with a basic low-profile tripod microphone stand with telescoping boom. The boom is 19" and extends to 31". It is height adjustable from 9" to 17". The tripod legs extend to 19" per side.Dedicated to manufacturing premium stands for the professional studio musician, DR Pro gear is sure to deliver superior performance. Their gear is strong, lightweight, and uses a durable powder-coated finish paint, tougher tubing, and precision mechanical parts. Plus, DR's industry-standard designs make it easy to integrate DR mic stands into any studio or stage setting.Audix D6 Sub Impulse Kick Drum MicApplications:Live Stage - coffeehouse to stadiumKick drum, floor tom, djembe, cajon acoustic bass, electric bass cabsStudio - any instrument requiring precise low frequencyGear One Mic CableSturdy construction for enhanced signal and performanceFlexible mic cable design eliminates kinks and twists for a tangle-free performance in-studio and onstage |
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Audio-Technica Bp4001 Cardioid Dynamic Mic $179 The dynamic Audio-Technica BP4001 cardioid microphone is tailored for extremely clear and articulate reproduction of spoken words. With an extended handle that easily accommodates microphone flags, the AT BP4001 is ideal for all aspects of broadcast and remote news gathering: on-location interviews, ENG, EFP, sports applications, and much more. The Audio-Technica BP4001 mic provides exceptional isolation from handling noise. Audio-Technica builds the BP4001 microphone ruggedly to withstand the abrasion and jostling expected with life in the field. Fitted with a 3-pin XLRM-type output connector Audio-Technica generously equips the BP4001 with a slip-on foam windscreen, a vinyl carrying case, a soft protective pouch, and a professional stand clamp.Professional interview microphone with extended-length handle is ideal for on-location interviewsCardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound sourceFrequency response is tailored for natural, clear and articulate reproduction of spoken wordsThe back-cavity assembly floats inside the handle shell, providing exceptional isolation from handling noiseRugged housing with hardened-steel grille stands up to field useIntegral windscreen protects against wind and breath noiseIncludes: AT8470 Quiet-Flex stand clamp for 5/8"-27 threaded stands; 5/8"-27 to 3/8"-16 threaded adapter; foam windscreen; carrying case (Audio-Technica S8); soft protective pouch |
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Audix D6 Sub Impulse Kick Drum Microphone Black $199 The D6 is an American-made instrument microphone designed for live and studio performance. Characterized with a cardioid pick-up pattern and a frequency response of 30Hz-15kHz, the D6 instrument mic is an ideal choice for kick drum, bass cabs, and other instruments requiring low frequency reproduction.The Audix mic comes in a transformerless design, low impedance, and a balanced output allows interference-free performance even with long cable runs. The D6 mic, a one-piece body precision machined from solid aluminum, consists of a durable hard coat anodized finish.Applications:Live Stage - Coffeehouse to stadiumKick drum, floor tom, djembe, cajon acoustic bass, electric bass cabsStudio - any instrument requiring precise low frequency |
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Used Shure Beta 52A Kick Drum Mic $171.99 The Shure Beta 52A Kick Drum Mic is a high-output, dynamic microphone with a frequency response tailored specifically for kick drums and other bass instruments. It provides superb attack and punch, and delivers studio-quality sound even at extremely high SPLs. Its modified supercardioid pattern ensures high gain-before-feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted sound.Channel Strips of the Stars: Ronan Chris MurphyWorld-class producer/engineer/mixer Ronan Chris Murphy's credits include King Crimson, Steve Morse, Terry Bozzio, Victor Bisetti, Gregg Bissonette, Tony Levin, and projects with members of Tool, Ministry, Weezer, Dishwalla, and Yes. A huge fan of A Designs Audio, Ronan was kind enough to share some of his drum-recording signal chains: "Well all of the drums for Terry Bozzio's Jazz trio were recorded with all A Designs Audio solid state preamps. For drum overheads I used Shure KSM32 condenser mics (#270141) into a Pacifica (#189903); for kick drums, I prefer the Shure Beta 52. Actually I have used the Shure KSM32 into Pacifica combo on tons of great drummers, including Terry Bozzio, Victor Bisetti (Los Lobos), Gregg Bissonette (Santana, David Lee Roth), and Pat Mastelotto (King Crimson, Mister Mister, The Rembrandts)."Note: for more information about individual units in the signal chain, enter the Item ID# into our search box.Frequency response shaped specifically for kick drums and bass instrumentsBuilt-in dynamic locking stand adapter with integral XLR connector simplifies setup, especially inside a kick drumStudio-quality performance, even at extremely high sound-pressure levelsSupercardioid pattern for high gain-before-feedback and superior rejection of unwanted noiseHardened steel mesh grille resists wear and abuseAdvanced pneumatic shockmount system minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibrationNeodymium magnet for high signal-to-noise ratio outputLow sensitivity to varying load impedanceLegendary Shure quality and reliability |
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Audix D6 Limited Edition Kick Drum Microphone With Cable And Stand $229 Includes an Audix D6 Limited Edition kick microphone, Gear One 20' mic cable, and DR Pro DR-256 low-profile tripod mic stand with fixed boom. Audix D6 Sub Impulse Kick Microphone:The Audix D6 Sub Impulse kick microphone is great onstage or in the studio for kick drums, percussion, and bass cabs. The special edition D6 drum mic has a cardioid pickup pattern and a frequency response of 30Hz to 15kHz. Its transformerless design, low impedance, and balanced output allow interference-free performance even with long cable runs. One-piece body precision machined from solid aluminum, this limited edition version has a brushed aluminum finish.Gear One Microphone Cable:For serious-minded musicians, Gear One's XLR cables have the strength and durability to withstand more than everyday use. Since your cable is your sound, this XLR mic cable's superior wiring allows your signal to be quiet, eliminating frustrating hums, buzzing, and crackles.DR Pro DR256:The DR Pro DR256 is a basic low-profile tripod microphone stand with telescoping boom. The boom is 19" and extends to 31". It is height adjustable from 9" to 17". The tripod legs extend to 19" per side.Dedicated to manufacturing premium stands for the professional studio musician, DR Pro gear is sure to deliver superior performance. Their gear is strong, lightweight, and uses a durable powder-coated finish paint, tougher tubing, and precision mechanical parts. Plus, DR's industry-standard designs make it easy to integrate DR mic stands into any studio or stage setting.Audix D6:Designed for low-frequency reproductionOne-piece body precision machined from solid aluminumCardioid pickup patternDynamic transducerFrequency response of 30Hz - 15kHz144dB max SPLMusician's Gear MS-220:Thread adapterTubular legAdjustable height from floor to top thread 35" to 61-7/8"Fixed boom: 30-1/4"DR Pro DR256:Built to surpass industry standardsFully adjustable standLightweight construction Powdercoated finishesStronger tubingPrecision machiningHeight adj.: 9"-17" Telescoping boom adj.: 19"-31" |
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Manley Reference Cardioid Microphone $2457 The Manley Reference Cardioid Microphone shares the same electronic attributes as the Gold Reference Series, but has a center-fixed cardioid-only capsule with a thicker gauge (6 micron) gold sputtered diaphragm. With similar film thickness and construction; high frequency resonance (a little edge); proximity effect; and pretty good immunity from pops and sibilance problems, the Reference Cardioid more closely recalls how many of the vintage European tube mics such as the beloved U47 sounded like when they were new.The Manley mic's rich tonal balance and liquid character is consistently admired for instruments such as guitars, drum overheads, saxophone, and especially vocals. With your present mic, if you find yourself leaning on your compressors and boosting 5 or 10K to score a bit more testosterone, then the Reference Cardioid just might be the mic you're looking for. If you seem to be constantly boosting 12-18K and trying to get a clean, intimate sound, then the Reference Gold is definitely a safe bet.A proven hit-maker, the Manley Reference Cardioid Microphone was used to record all the vocals for Britney Spears, N'Sync, and The Backstreet Boys. |
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Astatic by CAD Gooseneck Cardioid Extended Frequency Condenser Mic 15 In $169.99 The Astatic 910B, 915B and 920B are low-noise, cardioid, condenser, mini-gooseneck microphones. They are ideal for use in houses of worship, government, corporate meeting rooms and public address. Their wide, smooth frequency response characteristics provide natural, articulate and transparent sound. The microphone's cardioid polar pattern minimizes annoying feedback when used close to sound reinforcement speakers and monitors, while reducing the pickup of unwanted off-axis sources. Their advanced, transformless electronics are self-contained to simplify installation.The Astatic 910B, 915B and 920B microphones include a solid center section with flexible goosenecks at the top and bottom. The top gooseneck is 1/4" [6mm] in diameter and the bottom gooseneck is 19/32" [8mm] in diameter. The 910B mic utilizes a single 1/4" [6mm] diameter gooseneck. The goosenecks are well-lubricated, silent in operation while maintaining strong positional memory. The overall length of the 910B is 10 15/16" [262mm], the 915B is 15 9/16" [395mm] and the 920B is 20 7/16" [519mm]. The durable matte-black non-reflective paint assures an unobtrusive installation. The foam windscreen is included. Standard P12, P24, or P48 phantom power is required. |
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Astatic by CAD Gooseneck Cardioid Extended Frequency Condenser Mic 20 In $169.99 The Astatic 910B, 915B and 920B are low-noise, cardioid, condenser, mini-gooseneck microphones. They are ideal for use in houses of worship, government, corporate meeting rooms and public address. Their wide, smooth frequency response characteristics provide natural, articulate and transparent sound. The microphone's cardioid polar pattern minimizes annoying feedback when used close to sound reinforcement speakers and monitors, while reducing the pickup of unwanted off-axis sources. Their advanced, transformless electronics are self-contained to simplify installation.The Astatic 910B, 915B and 920B microphones include a solid center section with flexible goosenecks at the top and bottom. The top gooseneck is 1/4" [6mm] in diameter and the bottom gooseneck is 19/32" [8mm] in diameter. The 910B mic utilizes a single 1/4" [6mm] diameter gooseneck. The goosenecks are well-lubricated, silent in operation while maintaining strong positional memory. The overall length of the 910B is 10 15/16" [262mm], the 915B is 15 9/16" [395mm] and the 920B is 20 7/16" [519mm]. The durable matte-black non-reflective paint assures an unobtrusive installation. The foam windscreen is included. Standard P12, P24, or P48 phantom power is required. |
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Astatic by CAD Gooseneck Cardioid Extended Frequency Condenser Mic 10 In $169.99 The Astatic 910B, 915B and 920B are low-noise, cardioid, condenser, mini-gooseneck microphones. They are ideal for use in houses of worship, government, corporate meeting rooms and public address. Their wide, smooth frequency response characteristics provide natural, articulate and transparent sound. The microphone's cardioid polar pattern minimizes annoying feedback when used close to sound reinforcement speakers and monitors, while reducing the pickup of unwanted off-axis sources. Their advanced, transformless electronics are self-contained to simplify installation.The Astatic 910B, 915B and 920B microphones include a solid center section with flexible goosenecks at the top and bottom. The top gooseneck is 1/4" [6mm] in diameter and the bottom gooseneck is 19/32" [8mm] in diameter. The 910B mic utilizes a single 1/4" [6mm] diameter gooseneck. The goosenecks are well-lubricated, silent in operation while maintaining strong positional memory. The overall length of the 910B is 10 15/16" [262mm], the 915B is 15 9/16" [395mm] and the 920B is 20 7/16" [519mm]. The durable matte-black non-reflective paint assures an unobtrusive installation. The foam windscreen is included. Standard P12, P24, or P48 phantom power is required. |
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Sennheiser e902 Cardioid Dynamic Mic for Kick Drum List Price: $199.95 Sale Price: $199.95 Used From: $155.00  |
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The cardioid e902 is a dynamic instrument microphone especially designed for deep bass frequency instruments such as kick drums, bass guitar amps and tuba. Faithfully reproducing the lowest frequencies and handling the highest SPLs, the e902 is your bottom end's best friend. |
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MXL Mics MXL A-55 Kicker Condenser Microphone - Cardioid List Price: $149.95 Sale Price: $79.94 |
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The MXL A-55 Kicker is a killer dynamic mic for kick drums, bass cabinets, congas or any other low-frequency instruments. Built for abuse with durable metal construction, the MXL A-55 captures deep bass and low-end punch... |
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CAD D12 Cardioid Dynamic Kick Drum Mic JamStand Cable Sale Price: $99.99 |
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Dialed in at the factory for the thump and crack of your kick drum. Try it on the bass rig too. |
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AKG D112 Industry Standard Large-diaphragm dynamic microphone for Bass Instruments and Kick Drum List Price: $279.00 Sale Price: Too low to display Used From: $174.99 |
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The D 112 has earned a well-deserved reputation worldwide as the best kick drum microphone ever made. Heavy-footed drummers won’t faze it, because the D 112 handles up to 160 dB SPL with no audible distortion... |
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CAD Audio KBM412 Dynamic Microphone, Cardioid List Price: $99.00 Sale Price: Too low to display |
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KBM 412 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone. Perfect for “Kick” drum, Bass cabinets and rack/floor toms. |
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AKG PERCEPTION 220 Professional Studio Microphone for general purpose with one inch true condenser large diaphragm capsule. List Price: $349.00 Sale Price: Too low to display Used From: $150.93 |
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AKG’s Perception microphones have built a strong following among musicians and engineers, proving to be among the best high-value true condenser microphones on the market today. The AKG Perception Series includes the P 120, P 170, P 220, P 420 and also the new Perception 820 Tube – each offering a switchable 20 dB attenuation pad and a low cut switch for an even wider range of miking capabilities including vocals, acoustic instruments, classical music, electric guitar amps and drums across multiple applications of studio recording, live sound and broadcast... |
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Shure Beta 52A Instrument and Bass Drum Microphone List Price: $189.00 Sale Price: $183.95 Used From: $170.00 |
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Designed specifically for kick drums and other bass instruments, the Shure Beta 52A high-output dynamic microphone provides superb attack and "punch", and delivers studio quality sound even at extremely high sound pressure levels... |
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This all-in-one drum microphone package by CAD contains one KM212 dynamic cardioid kick drum mic, 3 TM211 dynamic cardioid tom mics with attached drum mount clips, one SN 210 dynamic cardioid snare mic with attached drum mount clip, and 2 CM 217 cardioid mini pencil condenser overhead microphones with external roll-off and pad... |
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Audix D4 Dynamic Microphone, Hyper-Cardioid List Price: $265.00 Sale Price: $169.00 |
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The D4 is used for stage, studio and broadcast applications. Designed with a hypercardioid pickup pattern for isolation and feedback control, the D4 is equipped with a VLM diaphragm for natural, accurate sound reproduction... |
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Brand new Audio Technica Drum-Microphone kit with 3 snare/tom mics and 1 kick mic Tailored for snare, rack toms and other highly dynamic instruments, the MB 5k snare/tom microphone offers a moving coil dynamic design with cardioid polar pattern, delivering superior off-axis rejection for maximum gain before feedback... |
Importance of Microphone Placement
Microphones are like real estate property; placement and location is one aspect which cannot be neglected. If a microphone testing is conducted with a number of positions of the microphone, and the music is recorded, it will definitely show the great importance of microphone placement.
Steps to remember in pacing a microphone correctly
One of the rules of thumb is to place the mic at the side of the mouth of the speaker but as close as possible. However, if it is too close it would pick up unwanted sounds.
For a drum kit the setup is different. They are placed over the heads of the drum kit. The general formation of a drum kit is very systematic. The Kick is placed in the center, Snare at center, Hats at half right or right, Cymbals in the left to right, and Toms positioned at left to center to right. A drum kit is quite wide, so the importance of microphone placement is more important here, as wrong locations would result is phasing out the music.
For drums the mic needed to have the ability to handle High SPL or Sound Pressure level, as at times the sound pressure created by drums can be of extreme nature. For Snares one mic may be placed from top and the other from the bottom. Mics must also be used for the Kicks, the Toms, Hi Hats and the Ambience.
Importance of microphone placement and the accepted configuration for Stereo Recordings
AB Configuration
The simplest form of all the other configurations is the AB form. Two Cardioids mics are placed several feet apart, facing forward, with an angle between each other. However, this configuration can cause some problems. When the sound waves are entering into the mics they may land odd timed with each other causing constructive and destructive frequencies. In the recording this may show as beat frequency.
XY Configuration
The distance between the two mics causes the beat frequency problem. This configuration solves the earlier problem. Here the two cardioids mics are placed close to each other, with a right angle formed at the top.
Binaural Configuration
It is an old configuration but one of the better form of configuration where the music is reproduced quite correctly. Here, two omnidirectional mics are placed apart by a dummy head put in between to reflect a dummy human head. This configuration is a simulation to reflect how the human ears pick up the sound, and quite readily shows the importance of microphone placement in a recording session. The recording is to be listened to using headphones.
MS Configuration
MS is acronym for Mid or Side configuration. It is one of the most interesting of all the configurations. For this configuration one Cardioid mic or an omnidirectional mic is used along with a Figure 8 mic. Figure 8 is a type of mic where both the left and right channel possesses a transducer facing 180 degree from each other. It is a type of stereo mic, hence the two channels, left and right, are distinct from each other.
An amateur musician cannot overlook the importance of microphone placement, as it is the microphone which captures the music and converts it into electrical signals, to be decoded later by the speakers.
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