We are often asked what is the best way to attach
lavallier microphone heads to performers so that they are concealed but
also able to produce a good sound.
Positioning of the radio mic is usually a compromise between
concealment and sound quality and/or level, but as a general rule, it is better to
try and fix it to the head, as any fixing to the body means that there
will be a variation in level and timbre as the performer moves their
head. For example, if the microphone is fixed to the lapel on the
right, whenever the performer turns to the left, the vocal sound
will be projected away from the microphone and therefore the level,
particularly the higher frequencies, will be much reduced.
When fixing to the head, we shall consider three specific
situations which will give you an idea of the possibilities and
techniques.
