Professional-sounding recordings start with a great sound source, informed microphone selection and excellent technique. If you don't make good microphone choices, you'll constantly fight to get a great sound. Learn how the three most common microphone designs work and how to use them. Discover which microphones are recommended for different instruments and voices and hear why on the accompanying audio CD. A smart choice at this crucial point provides sound that's easy to blend and mix. Give your recordings a chance and learn great microphone techniques.