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Convention Paper

The Boundary-Layer Mid/Side (M/S) Microphone: A New Tool

Authors: Bruck, Jerry

AES Convention 79 · Paper 2313 · October 1985

Abstract

The recent popularity of the boundary layer microphone seems to be due, at least in part, to the extravagant claims made on its behalf. The author urges a saner assessment of its real virtues and proper uses. By pairing it with a bi-directional microphone, a novel M-S stereo system is created which has some useful, if limited, applications. With the addition of a third microphone, the original concept is further elaborated, broadening the range of possible uses. The workings and special properties of Mid-Side stereo are examined in detail to ensure a clear understanding of these systems, which can provide new and potentially unique tools to the practicing recordist.

Details

Published in
AES Convention 79
AES Convention
79
Paper number
2313
Publication date
October 6, 1985
Session subject
Transducers
Affiliation
Posthorn Recordings, New York, NY (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper