Shure MUSIC EDUCATORS Manual page 15

Tom-toms – Use one microphone (SM57
or PG56) for every two toms. Position them
close to the heads, in a similar method as
used for the snare drum. If enough
microphones are available put one on
every tom-tom.
Cymbals – Place a condenser microphone (PG81 or SM81) above the hi-hats,
pointed down and slightly away from the drummer. Or, angle the snare mic slightly
towards the hi-hats. To pick up the rest of cymbals, place another condenser near the
ride cymbal, a foot or two above.
Piano – Open the lid and aim a condenser microphone (PG81) just over the top,
above the treble strings (see figure 10).
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Grand piano – Use two flat-response condenser microphones (PG81 or SM81), one
positioned 12 inches above the treble strings and the other above the lower strings.
Both mics should be about 8 inches from the hammers.
Upright bass – For the most natural sound, place a condenser (PG81) about
6 inches in front of the bass, just above the bridge.
String quartet: For violins and violas, use a miniature condenser microphone
(Beta 98H/C) clipped to the instrument. The best place to attach a microphone
without altering the sound of the instrument is the chin rest. For cellos, use a stand-
mounted microphone (PG81) aimed at the bridge, about a foot away.
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Figure 10
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