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Vintage vs Modern Microphones - A Comprehensive Recording Studio Comparison

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Overview

Learn essential microphone techniques and placement strategies in this comprehensive 38-minute tutorial that challenges common assumptions about vintage versus modern microphones. Explore proper mic positioning for drums, acoustic guitar, brass instruments, vocals, and electric guitar while following along with the recording process of "Arizona" by Maxwell & The Shakes. Discover how to achieve professional-quality recordings regardless of microphone age or price point, with detailed demonstrations of placement techniques that maximize sound quality. Master the art of capturing backing vocals and gain practical mixing insights that can be applied to home studio recordings, debunking the myth that vintage microphones are necessary for achieving excellent results.

Syllabus

- Arizona by Maxwell & The Shakes
- Mic Model Syndrome?
- Drum Mic Placement
- Acoustic Guitar Mic Placement
- Horns/Brass Mic Placement
- Vocal Mic Mic Placement
- Electric Guitar Mic Placement
- Backing Vocal Mic
- Mixing Arizona by Maxwell & The Shakes

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