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Recording

Multiple

Mixers

There are many microphone types available, and as technology increases, it is very likely more will

be developed. One type of microphone to emerge recently is the USB microphone. These may be

dynamic or condenser mics, but many of them have built-in preamps and need drivers to work with

computers. Because a USB microphone is, in effect, an audio interface, we recommended that you

not use them with the StudioLive, as the likelihood of conicting drivers is great.

If you are using a new or nonstandard type of microphone (e.g., USB, headset, laser, MEMS), ple-

ase consult your microphone’s user’s manual for power requirement and compatibility information.

Regardless of the microphone type you are using, we recommend reading your microphone’s user’s

manual thoroughly before engaging phantom power and if other usage questions arise.

5.2.4 Microphone Placement

The following are a few recording applications to help you get started with your StudioLive. These

are by no means the only ways to record these instruments. Microphone selection and placement is

an art form. For more information, visit your library or local bookstore, as there are many books and

magazines about recording techniques. The Internet is also a great source of recording information,

as are instructional videos. Some of these microphone placement suggestions can be used in live

applications as well and have been noted for your convenience.

Piano

Place one microphone above the high strings

and one microphone above the low strings.

Experiment with distance (the farther back the

more room you will capture). This technique can

be used for live applications as well.

5 Tutorials

5.2 Microphones

5.2.3 USB and other Types