Placement; Podcast And Voice Recording; Music, Singing, And Acoustic Instruments; Bands And Louder Sources - Shure MV5-DIG Manual

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Placement

This section suggests microphone placement for typical use cases. Keep in mind that there are many effective ways to record

a given source. Experiment with microphone placement and settings to find what works best.

Set the microphone to the Voice mode. Speak directly into the front of the microphone, 2-12 inches (5-30 cm) away. Speaking

closer to the microphone results in more bass response, similar to voices on a radio broadcast. Make additional gain adjust

ments if necessary.

To capture acoustic sources, such as singing, acoustic guitar, soft percussion, or other musical instruments, use a close micro

phone placement. Start with Instrument mode for best results.

Aim the microphone directly at the sound source. For a single source, such as a string instrument or a vocalist, place the mi

crophone 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm) away. For a small group or a performer who is singing and playing an instrument simul

taneously, use a distance of 2 to 10 feet (0.6m to 3 m). Placing the microphone farther away results in more ambient room

sound. Make additional gain adjustments if necessary.

To record a band with drums, amplified instruments, or any other loud sources, start with Instrument mode for best results. Aim

the microphone towards the group at a distance of 6 to 15 feet (1.83 to 4.6 m). Placement of the microphone depends on the

size of the room, number of people, and instrument volume. If possible, walk around the room and listen to find where it sounds

best. Make additional gain adjustments if necessary.

For a single electric guitar amplifier, aim the microphone towards the center of the speaker at a distance of 0 to 18 inches (0 to

45 cm).

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