Question for anyone who uses 'zoom' type recorders

[sirthx2]

Question being, with something like the Tascam X6 or equiv, I'm looking to record a concert in a 2000 seat theater so that I could pair it with video being shot. Also, I'd prefer to just use the recorder and not hook up additional mics which of course would likely be much better, but I need ease/speed & convenience here. Likely placed at the back of the room/sound board?? Any thoughts? Would it be shite?? Oh, and if I'm not hooking up external mics, do I need to spend $300+ or can I get away with a cheaper version and get the same results?

[Wild Obsession]

Question being, with something like the Tascam X6 or equiv, I'm looking to record a concert in a 2000 seat theater so that I could pair it with video being shot. Also, I'd prefer to just use the recorder and not hook up additional mics which of course would likely be much better, but I need ease/speed & convenience here. Likely placed at the back of the room/sound board?? Any thoughts? Would it be shite?? Oh, and if I'm not hooking up external mics, do I need to spend $300+ or can I get away with a cheaper version and get the same results?

Here is nice "how to" video on recording a concert.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dacZjjkUFx8

[sirthx2]

Here is nice "how to" video on recording a concert.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dacZjjkUFx8

Song should've been bigger.

[Wild Obsession]

Here is nice "how to" video on recording a concert.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dacZjjkUFx8

Song should've been bigger.

I agree, it's my favorite Aerosmith song.

[ijwthstd]

It all depends on the room and yes, external mics improve your chances and you also need to practice with trial and error instead of just going in cold.

www.taperssection.com

is a good resource but a bit cliquish and as can be predicted too many Deadheads. (I love the Dead but hate Deadheads)

[sirthx2]

It all depends on the room and yes, external mics improve your chances and you also need to practice with trial and error instead of just going in cold.

www.taperssection.com

is a good resource but a bit cliquish and as can be predicted too many Deadheads. (I love the Dead but hate Deadheads)

Cool resource, thanks! I'll be able to do a little trial and error with sound-check(s) so all good there. Getting the proper gain settings and all that. Thanks for the link. I have about a month to research and prep. If it fails, not the end of the world.