Steve Albini demonstrates techniques to effectively record guitar and vocals simultaneously, focusing on minimizing bleed between the two.
He uses figure-eight microphones to achieve isolation: the active side faces the sound source (guitar or vocal), while the null side points away to reject the other. This setup helps reduce unwanted interference from either instrument in the other's mic.
Albini showcases practical applications with musicians, highlighting additional tactics like using double-sided tape for mic placement on the guitar without damaging its finish. This method captures natural performances while ensuring flexibility for post-production edits.