Topmusicanswers
- What is the best way to record a violin?
- How do you mic a live performance violin?
- Where do you clip the mic on a violin?
What is the best way to record a violin?
Place it one to three feet away from the instrument. Position it out and up from the instrument. Point it toward the area where the bow plays. Large diaphragm condenser microphones (in a cardioid pattern) generally sound good on violins, violas, and cellos alike.
How do you mic a live performance violin?
Most experienced violinists would recommend placing the microphone to a position that you are comfortable with that will not cause any hindrance to the performance while getting the best possible sound. Putting it on top of the chin-rest just above the bow/string area is a good option.
Where do you clip the mic on a violin?
Stringed instrument mount for Lavalier
The Violin-Clip suspension mount is designed to easily clamp onto the strings of a violin in the bridge area behind the top plate, allowing for the precise mounting of a RØDE Lavalier microphone.
