Do we agree SDC on the neck and LDC on the bridge for acoustic guitar recording?

I have a AT2020 (large diaphragm) & AT2020 (small diaphragm). Would you have the SDC on the neck (12-14 fret) and the LDC at the bridge, or vice versa?

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u/Chil_Polins — 2 months ago

Home Recording - Acoustic Panel Advice?

Hi all, has anyone simply 'stood up' acoustic panels around yourself when recording acoustic, vs hanging on a wall?

I was comparing options for 4 to 6 24"x48"x2" foam panels with ChatGPT & got the following recommendation:

Panels 1 & 2 (behind you): Stop reflections returning into the microphones. Placement:

  • About 12-24 inches behind your chair
  • Slightly angled inward

Panels 3 & 4 (side panels): Control side-wall reflections. Placement:

  • About 24-36 inches from the guitar
  • Roughly level with your shoulders

Panels 5 & 6 (front panels) :Control reflections from the wall in front of the microphones. Placement:

  • About 24-48 inches in front of the microphones
  • I would face these while playing

FWIW: I use a AT2020 & AT2021 condenser mics, record Stereo I record fingerstyle acoustic guitar in a 10'x12' home office

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u/Chil_Polins — 2 months ago