[Dixielandjazz] Microphones

[Robert S. Ringwald]

Steve Barbone wrote:

> Lots of interesting nuances, as well as myths, about microphones. One
> example is the persistent myth that B.G.'s Carnegie Hall Concert was
> recorded by the large new RCA Diamond overhead mike so clearly visible in
> many photos. Much has been written about where it was placed (near Lionel)
> and how it captured the band etc. That single mike was used to record
> Toscanini's concerts and was switched off during the BG concert. The 
> concert
> was actually recorded by 3 off stage mikes.
(snip)

 Steve,

Where did you get this info?

--Bob Ringwald