What is a supercardioid microphone?

[ad_1] Alex de la Roca / Shutterstock.com Supercardioid mics have a narrower pickup pattern than typical cardioid mics, meaning they only pick up what’s directly in front of them. This makes them great for recording vocals, but bad for capturing audio from a moving source. If you’re on the market for a new microphone, you … Read more

What is microphone monitoring?

[ad_1] Start an online conversation with a friend. Every time you say a word, you hear your own voice. Is your mind playing tricks on you? Did these government wiretaps go wrong? Are there sinister and extraplanar forces at work? Well, before you pick up the phone to contact a doctor or exorcist, make sure … Read more

How close should you speak into your microphone?

[ad_1] Alex de la Roca / Shutterstock.com If you spend a significant amount of time in front of a microphone to broadcast or podcast, you probably want to find the optimal settings for your equipment. Here’s what you need to know about finding the sweet spot for your microphone. distance matters In almost all cases, … Read more