Composition chart

Acoustic Guitar

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Other string instruments: violin, viola, cello, double bass, mandolin,
electric guitar, electric bass guitar.

  • Acoustic guitar is difficult to record well.
  • It is important to avoid aiming the mic directly at the sound source (sound hole).
  • The mic is best positioned between 8" to 12" (30-42cm) away from where the neck and body meet (usually near the 14th fret).
  • It is important to use your ears and reposition the mic if you are unhappy with the recordings.

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