Glossary
overheads
Mics that are placed above a sound source, configured to create a stereo image. Commonly used with drums to record the cymbals and the entire kit from above; overheads can be used on small ensembles as well.


“The Ten Commandments of Studio Communication begin with Number One, LISTEN! and end with Number Ten, LISTEN! Obviously, talkback is a misnomer. Think of it as listenback.”- Dave Moulton
Mics that are placed above a sound source, configured to create a stereo image. Commonly used with drums to record the cymbals and the entire kit from above; overheads can be used on small ensembles as well.