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Stereo (stereophonic sound) is a two-channel audio stream intended to recreate the natural stereo field. Use for questions related to stereophonic audio.

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Matched or Unmatched?

I think that a matched pair was a bigger deal years ago when things were handmade and there were not as many machines in the process. Today, even if a mic is assembled by hand, all of the major parts …
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Stereo ambience - microphone selection

The most important aspects in recording (in order of importance): The source you are recording The environment you are recording in Your engineering skills Your equipment If you have #1-3 sorted o …
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Is mid-side always better than XY?

If I know I want stereo, I go XY. I just prefer to get the sound I want when I am recording and not have to worry about decoding later. …
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How do you record your ambiences?

I really haven't used it much in years, but I seem to remember the stereo field is not as wide as some, and of course, it is not adjustable (the capsules are fixed in place). … I often use my Neumann 191 stereo shotgun. It is one of those great "what you hear, is what you get" mics. Also, very convienient to use a single mic setup. …
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M/S mic options

If you look around at the used market, you may be able to find a Schoeps M/S set, a Neumann RSM191 Stereo Shotgun, or a Neumann KM120/KM140 MS rig for under $2500. …
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