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How Do You Do That? Mic Techniques for Live Vocals

Join vocal coach MATT RAMSEY to learn some key mic techniques for live performance in the latest installment of the practical Shure video series HOW DO YOU DO THAT?
October 28, 2021 |
Matt Ramsey

Join vocal coach MATT RAMSEY to learn some key mic techniques for live performance in the latest installment of the practical Shure video series HOW DO YOU DO THAT?

Why shouldn’t you cup a mic and how much distance you should keep from it while you’re singing? Watch now to get the answers from Matt while he’s using the KSM8 Dualdyne Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone.

Learn more great vocal techniques from Matt’s YouTube channel here.

And find which mic is right for Your Voice and discover lots of helpful tips and tricks for singers here.

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