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The setup, as we have described it, is shown in
Figure 8A and B. Do we have to stop here?
Obviously not; we can add as many mics as we
have remaining tracks. Another useful one to
add would be a cardioid looking down on the
head of the snare at a distance of about 8 to 10
inches -- but far enough back so as not to both-
er the drummer.
Can We Subgroup to Save Tape Tracks:
Yes, if you proceed very carefully and think out
the whole process. Remember, stereo pairs of
channels are the best way to subgroup. For
example, if you anticipate a shortage of tape
tracks, you could sub-mix the three mics on
cymbals, thus picking up an extra track. The
same could be done on the three toms, again
picking up a track.
In doing this, you might think of the cymbal
stereo pair and tom stereo pair as “layers” that
you can later add to the basic mix. But before
you commit to this, make sure that the drum-
mer and producer hear exactly what you intend
to do, and that they agree!
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Figure 8A
Global micing in a live studio, front view: