[edspyhill01]

On Oct 24, 8:41*pm, "news poster" wrote:
Hello groups,
Could you please recommend a good microphone for recording classical
guitar - for a amateur-semi-pro budget? *Brands, models?

My understanding is that a small capsule condenser microphone would be most
suitable. *Any suggestions in those? *Thank you very much.
Dave.

I recommend the Rode NT3 condenser mic. It has a 3/4" diaphram. A
small diaphram is 0.5", a large diaphram mic is 1.0". The NT3 gives
you the best compromise. The Rode website has 3 sound samples, 2 with
acoustic steel string and voice and one doublebass sample.


Studio and Location Multi-Powered 3/4" Condenser Microphone

Stylish and modern, the NT3 is a studio and location workhorse. With
both 48V phantom and internal 9V battery operation, this RØDE is at
home anywhere.

Intended for studio, stage and location work, this versatile handheld
or stand mounted microphone incorporates a true externally polarized
condenser transducer with an internal capsule shock mounting system,
and an ultra-low noise electronic circuit that has a high immunity to
R.F. interference.

The NT3 incorporates a rugged welded and heat-treated mesh head and
all metal body.
•True condenser externally biased 3/4" capsule
•Dual power operation
•Cast metal body with durable satin-nickel finish
•Transformerless output
•Internal capsule shock mounting
•High level of RF rejection
•Audio-grade surface mount components
•Full frequency response
•Battery status indicator


http://www.rodemic.com/microphone.php?product=NT3