What microphone would you use to record bass guitar?

Answer 1

That's quite a general question and difficult to answer :)

It's similar to "how long is a piece of string"?

Since recording studio equipment varies so greatly with regards to quality, the simplest answer to your question would be: "whatever works best for you".

At Digital Sound Magic Recording Studios, we use whatever piece of gear will make the music better. A few weeks ago I had a client that used a stick and a cardboard box instead of a $2000 drum kit!

So purchase whatever you can afford, but don't let this question prevent you from recording! Use whatever you have and get creative!

Answer 2

Studio microphones can be purchased online and in store from most stores that specialized in electronics. But if you are looking for a good quality professional microphone, it is best to visit a music shop. You can do this online, but most cities and towns have at least one music shop where one can get advice as what they need for the project they are undertaking.

Answer 3

Usually when recording Bass Guitar, you use Direct Injection, rather than using a microphone. or you could use an sm57 or a d112 or even an akg414.

Answer 4

A Neumann U87 is a studio standard, and an excellent microphone for recording.

Answer 5

Sweetwater