Room Noise and Recording Nylon String Guitars

When recording a nylon string guitar, you will need to get used to the fact that because the volumes of this guitar is substantially lower than its steel string cousin, the mic levels in the room need to be a lot hotter. This means that as well as picking up the sounds of the guitar, the mic is going to pick up the sound of breathing, the rustle of clothing, etc. Prior to the session, have the guitarist practice controlling his or her breathing and be sure they wear clothing that doesn't make any noise.

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