InstantForum.NET v4.1.3WirelessMicrophones.Comhttp://www.wirelessmicrophones.com/forums/forum@wirelessmicrophones.comFri, 21 Nov 2008 08:59:15 GMT20http://www.wirelessmicrophones.com/forums/Topic67-10-1.aspxI came across an article that offered a few additional points about mics to keep in mind. Here are the highlights with some additional thoughts.</P><P>Recall the topic of mic patterns and add this to your arsenal of amazing aural knowledge; cardioids are least sensitive 180 deg. from the front; supercardioids are least sensitive 125 deg. from the front; hypercardioids are least sensitive 110 deg from the front. Aim your mics so that what you <EM><STRONG>don't</STRONG></EM> want to amplify is in these null points. Unless you're the real 'pocket protector' type, I don't expect anyone to pull out an angle-finder on stage, just keep the principle in mind and as always, use your ears.</P><P>Use the hi-pass filters to clean up your sound. Lots of mics have this switch available, usually rolling off below 80 hz. -- most mixers have them too, in the EQ section or sometimes at the pre. While low frequency program material is vital to a balanced sound, too much makes a mess. These filters can reduce unwanted material like booming footsteps on the stage as well as make room for bass and kick drum in this area. Technically, cleaning the lo end also helps the amps by letting them amplify only the good stuff -- all that other lo material eats up a lot of the amp's power. </P><P>Remember to separate mic cables from power cables -- if you must cross them, try to cross at a 90 deg. angle, sometimes this works.</P><P>Remember to mute unused mics -- this makes a big difference in cumulative noise and really cleans up the overall sound. It makes your life much easier, too, when you have to chase something down -- if you hear a problem, you can eliminate the muted inputs.Fri, 01 Sep 2006 11:42:11 GMTMikeyhttp://www.wirelessmicrophones.com/forums/Topic65-10-1.aspxLarge or small, simple or complex, no matter what system you may be working with, come in and feel free to ask any questions or post any comments you may have related to ministry sound. Don't think you have to stick to the brochure topics -- we all know that there is an unlimited number of issues that you may face in tackling sound problems. </P><P>Have you come across an interesting solution? Share it with others in your situation. Wondering about signal processing? Ask. Everyone is welcome here.</P><P>MFri, 04 Aug 2006 13:21:46 GMTMikey