Recording Piano Recitals
I have a Cannon GL-2 and I want to shoot and record piano recitals. I am thinking of getting a Rode nt4 and a beachtek DXA-6. Considering that this will cost me about $700 and I have limited funds, can anyone advise me wether I'm getting the best bang for my buck? Or, should I consider something else?
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Usually what I've heard to record piano is to get
the mic(s) up close, like 1 to 3 feet away. Were you planning on putting the NT4 on your camera? On a mic stand near the piano? Some people might even boom the mic inside the piano if it's played with the cover on a long stick. |
I would highly recommend having a mic on a stand within 3-4 feet of the piano. It will turn out great.
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"Mix" magazine had an complete article on techniques for recording piano performances in their June 2005 issue and it's available online at their website.
http://mixonline.com/mag/audio_killer_keys/index.html Recommended reading ... |
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Pianos are not easy to get a great sound out of if you are not specifically recording the piano in a controlled environment. However, an XY setup, just a few feet back, usually will give a good piano sound while taking the room into account. |
I used an Electrovoice RE-50 and it worked great.
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