Stereo Microphone Techniques: Spaced Pair

Question 1

It involves two ? microphones being placed a distance apart to capture the sound, useful for the recording of large ? that require a sense of ambience, often 30-50cm apart.

Answer 1

Omnidirectional.

Ensembles.

Question 2

A spaced pair can introduce ? problems and mono compatibility should be checked.

Answer 2

Phase.

Question 3

Cardioid microphones are used as spaced pair overheads for a drum kit as they give a “? than life” stereo sound. Issues can arise with the accuracy of the low ? captured.

Answer 3

Larger.

Frequencies.