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Originally Posted by tnjazz  ...I actually thought about that this afternoon, but it seemed like kind of a weird idea because most of our mics are directional. Would you point a card away from the bells (maybe pointing out at the courtyard?) and expect to get pretty good results? I don't know because I've never tried it. It's certainly something to consider though, if you think there might be some benefit to it. I suppose it would capture some of the ambience that the other mics might miss?... |
Yes, I would give it a shot -- There's nothing wrong with experimentation.
If it doesn't work out don't record it. Don't even do it and deside later.
If it does sound good and you blend them in with the other more traditional mic placements, put those "weirdo" positioned mic(s) out of phase!!!
Hey, IMO, if you cannot get some spread (distance) on those mics, You must try anything possible to get a more ambient sound on those bells. The direct (only) close mic'ing technique sounds like a real drag to me. YMMV!
Some folks totally disagree with my miking techniques, but my work speaks for its self.
I don't really care what others may think about it...
Unless it sounds like total crap that is!