If you have acces to any ribbon mics give them a try. 2-3 feet away from the bell of the horn. Yo may also want to place the mic a few inches of of directly in front of the horn. This is because a blast of air could damage the element. The studio may not want you using their ribbons especially if they are older, but ask nontheless.
Ribbons are very sensative so you should put a cover over them anythime you move them. Also never put phantom power on a ribbon. Although newer mics can handle it it is a good practice to just not do it. It's like blowing a fuse only the filament is the mic element.
If you can't get a ribbon, most large diaphram condensers work well placed in the same manner.
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