Discovering the Types of Mics and their Functionality

Discovering the Types of Mics and their Functionality

1. Audio- Mics Super Cardioid, Omni-Directional, and Cardioid Condenser Microphones

2. Mic Types There are three types of mics: Dynamic (all types of audio) Condenser (more susceptible to harsh conditions, great for studio work) and Ribbon (Large spaces, like choirs halls)

3. Directional Response Polar Diagrams or P olar Pattern Shows pickup levels in decibels Shows pickup levels from all angles and at different frequencies. All mics have different polar patterns at different frequencies.

4. Omni-Directional Mic Lavalier or lapel mic. For the most accurate pick up, point the mic directly at the sound source.

5. Super Cardioid VideoMic Pro Compact Shotgun Microphone Provides a heart shaped pattern. Allows for some to sound to be picked up from behind, but mostly from the front and some from the sides.

6. Cardioid Condenser Rode NT1-A Condenser Microphone Cardioid directional pattern. Allows very little from the back to be picked up.

7. Ribbon Mic Figure Eight Pattern Use a thin ribbon of aluminum suspended by magnets