Tag: Polar Patterns

When it comes to legendary microphones, the Shure SM57 and Shure SM58 are undoubtedly at the top of the list. These iconic microphones are often the subject of heated debates among musicians, producers, and sound engineers with their impeccable quality and differing purposes.

The way you position your microphone in relation to your sound source plays an indispensable role in determining the clarity, balance, and depth of your recordings. But fear not, navigating the intricacies of microphone placement needn't be a daunting task.

Wouldn’t it be great to be able to place a few spot mics on your kit and call it a day? Unfortunately, that’s not how it works. No matter how much effort you put into setting up close mics, the sound will never be “unified” without overhead mics.