: As a figure-eight (bidirectional) microphone, it picks up sound from the front and back equally. Use the "null" sides to reject unwanted noise from the floor or other instruments. Handling & Safety :
: It is heavy (over 2 lbs), so ensure you use a stable, heavy-duty microphone stand. Recording a Live Jazz Quartet - Audient
: This mic has low sensitivity (-65 dB) and requires a high-quality preamp with plenty of clean gain.
: Use a stereo pair as overheads to tame harsh cymbals and provide a rich, cohesive kit sound.