Microphones & Wireless Systems

The simplest way to describe a microphone is as a machine that turns vibrations into an electrical signal. A better way to think about the mic might be as a tool to make your voice heard in every corner of a massive venue, or immortalize it in a recording. Still, understanding the basic way that they work is a good first step in truly appreciating your microphones and wireless systems.There are two primary types of microphones to choose from. The first is the condenser, which contains a moving metal diaphragm next to a fixed plate. You can find condenser microphones virtually everywhere, from a tiny one inside your phone to a high-end model in a laboratory or recording studio. The other primary type is the ribbon mic. They pick up sounds in broad areas ahead and behind, but cancel out sound from the sides. In a professional studio setting, this can be used to set up a "Blumlein pair" of crossed-over figure-8s, allowing di