microphone pickup pattern

[rdolmat]

Hi folks!

Just wondering if you use the omni more/less than directional pickup when recording vocals/acoustic with a condenser mic (due to bass proximity)?


cheers
rich

[cruisemates]

I always keep it in cardioid.

A lot of times the proximity effect is a desirable thing. It gives the voice body and depth. You should definitely keep it in mind when recording vocals and work with the singer to make sure he/she maintains a good working distance from the mike (closer in on quieter notes and backing off on louder notes - but generally with preset distance limits).