Topic: Audio Recording

[captain88]

hey, i am looking to start taping shows, and i was wondering if it is possible to get a good audio recording being down in the pit. i was looking at getting a zoom h2, whats everyone suggestions??

[boojum]

I would suggest you read the forums for a bit.  They are rich in information about what works and what does not work and why.

[Brian Skalinder]

Two standard questions to which everyone will need the answer in order to provide meaningful feedback:

Budget?
Open or stealth (or both)?

[nameloc01]

Usually being "in the pit" you'll be too close to the stage, and won't get a good sound mix from the speaks. Typically, you'll want to be either :
A. Directly in front of one of the stacks (stackhumping)
B. In a position triangulated from both stacks ( you would be out on the floor a little bit away from the stage, in the center)

Obviously, you could tape from anywhere, even the restroom, but those are usually the two best sounding locations.