rooms but not impossible). Using the stereo pair five feet apart, fifteen feet high can yield a good recording with a Cardioid or Supercardioid pair (a little more focused Cardioid polar pattern). It’s important to note that the best stereo images are achieved by having the mics as close togeth- er as possible (crossing the mics to form an X, close together in parallel position, having them face one an- other to form a Y or using a mid mic


with a bi-directional mic). There are brackets for these patterns that are attached at the top of the stand.


If you’re not sure how to use the placements or mics mentioned, contact a sound professional and let them talk you through each step of the process. Previous Shure blog entries can also be very helpful so check them first.


Ronald E. Kearns is the author of


the book Recording Tips for Music Ed- ucators, Oxford University Press and author of Quick Reference for Band Directors, RLE Publishing.


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