AKG Acoustics WMS 4000 manual Saxophone, Clarinet, Tubas, Trombone, Trumpet, Flute

AKG WMS FOR INSTRUMENTS

Saxophone:

Clip the C 419 L or D 409 on to the bell of the saxophone, align it with the edge and listen to the sound to identify the best position. For subtone playing, turn the microphone toward the center of the bell (marked wind noise!).

Clarinet:

Always use two microphones.

Direct one microphone (e.g., C 535 or C 5900) toward the keys, the other toward the bell – the C 419 L or D 409 are ideally suited for this purpose.

Tubas:

Clip the C 419 L or D 409 on to the bell of the instrument, and try out different positions. If you get a lot of wind noise, adjust the microphone to align with the edge or use a wind- screen.

Trombone:

Clip the C 419 L or D 409 on to the bell of the trombone, and try out different positions to identify the ideal one. When playing with a mute, bend the gooseneck out of the "danger area."

Trumpet:

Clip the C 419 L or D 409 on to the bell of the trumpet. Use the gooseneck to position the microphone as far away from the instrument as possible, but turn it toward the bell. The ultimate sound will depend on the microphone position – just try it out!

Flute:

Direct the C 420 L toward the embouchure. Slightly turn to one side to reduce wind noise if necessary.

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