Playing with a Cup

Ever play the harp into a cup, glass or tin can? If not, give it a try, it sounds really cool. Bullet mics are commonly 2.5" in diameter, so if you find one around that size it will feel comparable to what you're already used to holding. Experiment with different materials (glass, tin, ceramic, etc.) and depths, it makes a difference in the sound. Try Wa Wa's, Hand Tremolos and any other hand effect. If you decide to use this on the bandstand, place the vocal mic on your right-hand side (or whichever side you open your hands for your hand techniques... experiment with this placement, it will be different for each person).