A small workshop on recording classical music following the tips of Markus Heiland

A photo from the recording session of the project “Armenian Rhapsody” by Sausan Schmidt Hussein Most of my work as a sound designer and recording engineer has been dedicated to so-called “world” or “ethno” music, as well as to jazz and various genre fusions. I have also recorded, mixed, amplified, or mastered alternative rock and…

Stereo Miking vs. Mono Miking (of soloists/spots)

Stereo Miking vs. Mono Miking (of soloists/spots)

In light of the endless debates about whether or not to use stereo miking for soloists and, in some cases, multiple musicians in small ensembles, I’ve been trying to wrap my head around the topic. I wanted to present why I feel that stereo miking for soloists and, in certain cases, several musicians in an…