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Binaural Recording
Utilizes two mics placed in ear-like cavities on a dummy head; captures 3D stereo sound that mimics human hearing.
Submixing
Grouping multiple channels or tracks into a single bus to create a submix, which can simplify mixing and processing.
Spot Miking
Similar to accent miking but used to capture individual instruments or sound sources within a mix.
DI Recording
Direct injection (DI) recording bypasses microphones by plugging instruments directly into the recording console or audio interface.
Ambient Miking
Placing mics at a distance from the source to capture the room's acoustics and natural reverberation.
Multi-miking
Using multiple microphones on a single sound source to capture different tonal qualities or to provide mixing options.
Room Mic Technique
Uses one or more mics placed in strategic locations to capture the ambient sound of the recording space.
Boundary (PZM) Miking
A pressure zone microphone (PZM) is placed on a flat surface, capturing sound reflections from that surface with minimal phase issues.
AB Stereo Technique
This technique involves two microphones spaced apart to capture a stereo image; use when a natural sound stage representation is desired.
Blumlein Pair
A coincident technique using two bi-directional mics at 90 degrees; captures a wide stereo image with ambiance and room characteristics.
Accent Miking
Additional microphones used to highlight a particular instrument or sound within an ensemble.
ORTF Technique
Employs two cardioid microphones spaced 17 cm apart and angled at 110 degrees; offers a balance between direct sound and room acoustics.
MS (Mid-Side) Technique
Combines a cardioid (mid) mic with a figure-8 (side) mic; allows for adjustable stereo width in post-production.
Isolation Booth Recording
Recording a sound source within an acoustically isolated space to prevent bleed and allow for greater control over the recorded sound.
Baffled Omni Technique (Jecklin Disk)
Uses two omni mics separated by a sound-absorbent disc; emulates human ear separation for a binaural effect.
Phase Alignment
The practice of positioning microphones to ensure that sound waves hit the diaphragms simultaneously to avoid phase cancellation.
Close Miking
Placing the microphone close to the sound source; used to isolate the sound and reduce room acoustics influence.
X-Y Stereo Technique
Uses two cardioid microphones placed at an angle between 90 to 135 degrees; good for focused stereo image with minimal phase issues.
Glyn Johns Method
A four-microphone setup for drum kit, placing overhead mics in a specific configuration relative to the snare and floor tom to preserve phase coherency.
Decca Tree
Three omni-directional mics arranged in a triangle; used primarily in orchestral recordings to capture a natural soundstage.
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