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The "soundtrack" sound and the classical sound are achieved in completely different ways.
Film scores are recorded in a way that everything is controlled. Lots of mics are used and mixed carefully. Part of the imact that you get with those recordings is also due to the choice of mics- lots of great gear and management of color.
In contrast, the classical world these days is more about transparency and fewer mics. IMO, as great as super transparent gear is, you also loose the impact from your recordings.
Things that will help with a classical orchestral recordng include careful placement and choice of main mics. My personal choices are usually either MKH8040 in ORTF as a main or a decca tree of 4006's with balls. Flanks will broaden the sound and if they are omni, will help the low-end response. Spot mics need to be treated with care. They'll help with clarity, but can also diminish the depth of sound.
Just a few thoughts...
--Ben
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