Originally Posted By: chulaivet1966
Originally Posted By: Janice & Bud
Howdy, I've recorded a LOT of banjo over the last 35 years and have always found it challenging.


In the band I was in during mid 70's we had a good banjo player for a couple of old select tunes but I've never recorded banjo.

Just out of curiosity what have you found to be the offending/challenging frequencies?
In my recording banjo ignorance I'd guess anywhere from 3K-8K or so but I'll let you correct me on that.

It also seems to me one would have to capture those mid frequencies (mic placement critical) well or carving away the offending highs would be of little help to arrive at a smooth, full sounding banjo track.

Carry on....




It depends so much on the banjo that it's hard to answer. Some pickers want the bright sound and others want the tubby sound. I just learned what they wanted and try to EQ to their wishes. There was no substitute for a great instrument and a picker with good tone and chops. Just can't make the old silk purse out of a sow's ear.

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