What mic is best for choir?
The Best Mic for Choir
| Product | Rating | Weight (ounces) |
|---|---|---|
| Shure CVO-B/C Overhead Microphone | 4.2 | 10.4 |
| Samson C02PR Pencil Condenser Microphones | 4.5 | 1.5 |
| Behringer C-2 Studio Condenser Microphones | 4.5 | 1.65 |
| Rode M5-MP pair of Cardioid Condenser Microphones | 4.4 | 3.25 |
How do you mic a small choir?
Stereo Mics The easiest way to mic a small choir (25 voices or fewer) is to use a single stereo mic or a pair of mics. I’ve used coincident (two capsules aligned side by side) stereo mics similar to the RODE NT4 small-diaphragm condenser or the Telefunken AR70 large-diaphragm condenser.
How do you mic a church choir?
Seven simple rules:
- Place the choir microphones properly.
- Use the minimum number of microphones.
- Turn down unused mics.
- Let the choir naturally mix itself.
- Don’t over-amplify the choir.
- Try not to sing at the mic.
- Sing in a natural voice.
What are choir mics?
The most popular type of choir mic is a small hanging mic. A few of these tiny microphones can be hung over the choir from the ceiling, from rafters, or on stands. They’re almost invisible when viewed from the congregation. Choir mics are condenser types with a cardioid or supercardioid polar pattern.
Which microphone is best for group singing?
For area miking, we suggest a cardioid condenser microphone. Condenser microphones are more sensitive and have a wider frequency response than dynamic microphone like the PE10’s.
How do you mic and record a choir?
10 Tips for Recording a Choir
- Article Content.
- Find the Right Space.
- Arrange the Choir for Optimal Blend.
- Pick Your Favorite Stereo Mic Setup.
- Use Small-diaphragm Condensers for Overheads.
- Use the Three-Foot Rule for Mic Placement.
- Use Room Mics for Ambiance.
- Use Spot Mics When Necessary.
What are choir microphones?
What kind of mics are choir mics?
A condenser mic with a cardioid or super-cardioid polar pattern is the microphone most often used for choir applications. Cardioid or super-cardioid patterns reject feedback, yet they have a wide sound pickup for good coverage of multiple singers.