What would be the best/easiest way to record an acoustic without a pickup please? I am interested in what would be the simplest method of recording, if someone could list the bare minimum of what equipment is needed that would be most appreciated thank you. I'm guessing a microphone like a shure of some sort (is there a recommended microphone for acoustic recording?) and obviously recording software. I want to slowly build up a recording set up on a budget so if anyone knows of any deals on suitable equipment please could you let me know, thank you.
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If you want an audio interface recommendation then the cheaper Focusrite units are pretty good but there are loads of entry level options.
Otherwise buy something like a Zoom H4n and a camera tripod. This solution could be under £200.
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Bear in mind that a mic with a wider field is likely to pick up your breathing, grunting (?), etc. not to mention background noises. Just when you thought your studio/room was quiet you could have a few unwanted surprises at playback
I still have a recording three of us made in a mate’s bedroom that was great apart from faintly hearing his mum call out “Terry, your dinner’s ready!”
Some highly experienced sound engineers have the talent to place the SM57 just so and then fix any shortcomings with EQ and outboard. (Probably in combination with other mics.)
Most people choose something more sensitive.
You will need to close mic it, which will cause a bit of proximity effect, or use a high amount of gain, which will introduce noise.
A small diaphragm condenser is a much better choice.
Rode NT5 is a good budget example.
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I use KM84's, KM184's, Josephson C42's regular on acoustic but they are proper money.
Rode NT5 is a good budget solution.
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Serious microphone(s), shock-proof stand(s) plus room treatment = way more.
Best is subjective.
The easiest way to record your acoustic guitar is to have some combination of piezo transducer, magnetic pickup and condenser microphone professionally installed. Thereafter, in all musical situations, you just plug in and work.
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