The USBQ from heil Sound is ideal for professional recording, podcasting, commercial broadcast and other uses that require a microphone and computer connection. The USBQ is not just an adapter, but a...
Many factory equipped electric acoustic guitars have a preamp installed on the rim of the guitar giving the performing guitarist control of their sound at their fingertips. But few owners of vintage or boutique guitars are willing to perform such modifications to their expensive instruments. Hence, the internally mounted pre-amp and the inside the soundhole controls were born.
The acoustic guitar has a delicate timbre which you can capture through careful mic selection and placement. First prepare the acoustic guitar for recording. To reduce finger squeaks, try commercial string lubricant, a household cleaner/waxer, talcum powder on fingers, or smooth-wound strings. Ask the guitarist to play louder; this increases the “music-to-squeak” ratio!