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What is the XY technique?
X-Y. The X-Y technique consists of two identical cardioid microphones, placed on top of each other while facing away from each other at a 90 degree angle.
How does the XY microphone technique produce stereo image?
XY stereo recording uses a coincident pair of directional- or bidirectional, angled microphones. Hence, the directional information is obtained solely from the level difference between signals. In practice, “coincident” means that the microphone capsules must be placed close and normally slightly above each other (fig.
Which stereo microphone technique should be avoided when using directional microphones?
The stereo miking technique that attempts to avoid this problem is the X/Y technique. By placing the capsules of the microphones in the same physical location, there will be no timing differences. The directional patterns of the microphones will create intensity differences between the signals.
Where do you put overheads?
Position them at a higher elevation for a more balanced sound. The farther apart you position the microphones, the wider your stereo image will become. Wherever you place them, make sure the overhead mics are equidistant from the snare drum. The second technique is the X-Y configuration.
How does a X / Y stereo mic Bar work?
X/Y stereo miking uses a coincident pair of cardioid microphones angled 90° to each other (perpendicular). Coincident refers to the close spacing of microphones. For this spacing, one microphone must be positioned slightly above the other. Some stereo bars come with a spacer (riser) for achieving this arrangement.
Which is the best stereo technique x-y or Y-Y?
The X-Y technique is easy to set up and results in a decent sound, so (as with all things in life) you have to deal with the compromise this ease creates. No solution to this exists, so if a wide stereo image is important to you, consider using a different stereo technique, such as the spaced pair or perhaps a Jecklin disk.
What kind of MIC do you need for XY stereo?
XY stereo mic technique requires a pair of closely matched cardioid condenser microphones, or a suitable XY stereo microphone. You will also need two identical mic preamps, with identical gain and other settings dialed up on each.
When do you need a stereo mic Bar?
A basic stereo microphone bar. A stereo microphone bar is a recording tool used for holding two microphones in a stereo configuration. The best part about a stereo bar is that you can use only one mic stand or tripod to hold two microphones. They are especially useful when recording in A/B, X/Y or ORTF stereo mic arrangements.