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Originally Posted by klaukholm  U87 for tuba and trombones, TLM 170 can also work
TLM170 for horns (1 in front and one behind with switched phase)
RCA44, coles 4038, m269, U67 for trumpet. In a bind TLM170.
I like keeping a respectful distance to the bells of the trumpets.
When recording them separately, I would start with the lows to give the highs a tuning reference, the other way around is not optimal for pitch reasons. |
Some good ideas here, but I don't like U87's on tuba/bone: just a bit too bright and their inherent bite often accentuates the 'honky' mids on trombone - TLM 170 is more neutral without the fizz.
As a brass player, I prefer ribbons (4038/R-121/R-122/R-84/SF-1 etc.), but there are a lot of mics that can do the job. AEA's R-88 as an ensemble mic most likely would be stunning - a brass ensemble's "wet dream"
If you have an EV RE-20, or Senn 441's kicking around, I'd consider trying them on both tuba and trombone (even trumpet!). Good dynamics are often overlooked, and have better rejection than most condensers (esp. if they're all in the same room!)
Ditto on not mic'ing the trumpet(s) too close: can be spitty sounding close to the bell. Listen first from a few feet back - if the room is very "live" you might need to get in closer, but a safe distance back sounds more natural.
Best with it,