Recording techniques:Double bass

Referenced techniques
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 * Place a microphone at the "F" holes between 6 inches and 1 and 1/2 feet.
 * For live circumstances or if the musician moves around, try wrapping a general purpose dynamic instrument mic (such as a Shure SM-57) in a small towel or some foam and wedge it securely in between the tail piece and the body. You'll be pleasantly surprised.