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David Mellor discusses microphone polar patterns and techniques for capturing stereo recordings.

In this episode, David Mellor continues his exploration of microphone polar patterns by discussing techniques for capturing stereo recordings. He examines how the choice of polar pattern and microphone placement can be used effectively to achieve a balanced and immersive stereo image. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 01:10 - Defining Mono 03:08 - Binaural Recording 04:24 - Defining Stereo 05:28 - Number Of Mics And Placement 06:58 - Polar Patterns 07:48 - Figure of 8 Demo 09:09 - The Blumlein Pair Configuration 11:05 - Coincident Cross Pair Figure Of 8 With Demonstration 16:53 - Coincident Cross Pair Of Cardioid With Demonstration 21:35 - Mic Spacing - The ORTF Configuration 24:31 - Mic Spacing - Omnidirectional Without Angling 27:28 - Medley Of Configurations 29:38 - Summary David Mellor Biog David Mellor got his start in pro audio through the Tonmeister course at Surrey University studying music, piano performance, acoustics, electronics, electro-acoustics and recording. He went on to work at London's Royal Opera House, with responsibilities including sound design, front-of-house operation, stage monitoring and electronic design satisfying the likes of Luciano Pavarotti, Placido…

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