[jnorman]

I know this has been discussed before, but i thought it might be interesting to revisit it for a moment.

1. For your main pair, for classical or acoustic ensemble (not large orchestra, just ensembles, such as a string quartet, where a single pair is the optimal choice for mic setup), in a decent moderately sized space, do you prefer the more precise image placement of ORTF, or the more diffuse sound of spaced true-pressure omnis?

2. For the example of a string quartet, what would be the average distance from the front of the ensemble where you would set up your main pair?

3. Would your answers to either of the previous questions change if you were to record that same string quartet in the violinist's living room, rather than in a small auditorium?

Thanks for your thoughts on this.