Ribbon for classical guitar
H. Khalil wrote:
Hi,
I am recording classical guitar using a Schoeps CMC641 through the
Metric Halo ULN2 and am pleased with the result, except that I
sometimes would have liked the sound to be a tad softer and warmer. I
remember to have read that a ribbon mic might be the way to go, and
now I would like to try one.
Which particular ribbon mic(s) would you recommend for classical
guitar? Considering Beyerdynamic in particular, which of the three
models M130, M160 and M260 would be more suitable for the instrument?
If wanting to use a single mic, the M160. If wanting stereo, either a
pair of M160's for X/Y, or one M160 and one M130 for M/S tracking.
I have used M160's for decades, and M260's (the original model, not the
new and unimproved model) for several years. Each has its uses, but in
general the M260 is a lower grade mic than the M160. It can sound
fabulous on certain voices, harmonicas, and amps.
Personally, I would audition one of Wes Dolley's AEA R84's before
purchasing anything.
--
ha
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