Re: Ribbon for classical guitar

On Sat, 19 Jul 2008 09:48:39 -0400, H. Khalil wrote
(in article
<[email protected]>):

> 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?
>
> Thanks!

Dear H,

Everyone seems to have jumped to your aid, but first lets examine what you're
asking for. That Schoeps is about as neutral as it gets. Ribbon mics are NOT
neutral.

As mentioned in this string, some ribbons may even be brighter. I'm not
convinced that a different mic would get you to where you think you want to
be.

Perhaps you could post a sample of what you don't like.

1. What preamp are you using. The mating of mic and preamp make a
considerable difference.

2. What strings are you using and would others get the sound you want?

3. What does the guitar sound like? If it's making a sound you don't like,
the use of mics is of limited help if you're looking to tone down the sound.
You'll get there but it'll sound muddy.

4. Maybe you're overplaying the guitar, causing it to sound too harsh; or too
much nail, not enough tip.

Regards,

Ty Ford




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