A condenser microphone is often preferred for recording acoustic guitar because of its ability to capture a wide range of frequencies and its high sensitivity.
Placing the microphone 6-12 inches away from the 12th-14th fret can produce a natural and balanced sound.
Experimenting with microphone placement, such as pointing it towards the neck or soundhole, can yield different tones.
Using a spaced pair or coincidental pair microphone technique can add width and depth to the recording.
The room's acoustics can significantly affect the recorded sound.
Choosing a space with minimal reflections can help improve the recording.
Using a DI input can be useful for laying down tracks quickly, but may result in an unnatural sound.
Double-tracking and panning the tracks left and right can create a bigger sound.
EQ and compression can be used to enhance the tone of the recording.
Using a pick with a light gauge and playing with a light touch can help minimize pick and fret noise.
A high-quality preamp can provide a cleaner and more detailed sound.
Using a reflection filter can help isolate the microphone from room reflections.
Using a pop filter can help reduce plosive sounds.
Using a high-pass filter can help reduce low-frequency rumble.
Recording at a lower volume can help minimize distortion.
Using a stereo microphone technique can create a wider and more spacious sound.
Using a directional microphone can help reduce ambient noise.
Using a shock mount can help reduce handling noise.
Experimenting with different microphone angles can yield different tonal characteristics.
Using a phase reversal switch can help align the phase of multiple microphones.
Using a noise gate can help reduce background noise.