(click thumbnail)FIG. 1 - Circuit of a condenser microphone with electrically switchable polar characteristics. (click thumbnail)FIG. 2 - Polar patterns obtainable from a microphone as shown in Fig. 1 ...

Microphones with directional characteristics do not have a uniform pickup pattern as do omnidirectional mics. Directional mics are more sensitive to sounds emanating from some directions and less to ...

In the audio world, there are often recurring problems that cause headaches for recording enthusiasts and podcast producers. One example of this is the persistent intrusion of background noise, which ...

Best microphones in 2026 for gaming, streaming, podcasting, and singing. Compare condenser and dynamic mics with USB vs XLR ...

Shure just revealed the MoveMic 88+ wireless direct-to-phone microphone with four selectable polar patterns. The company says this is the first-ever microphone of its type to offer this feature. For ...

We have a fantastic deal on the HyperX QuadCast Wired Multi-Pattern USB Electret Condenser Microphone in the Geeky Gadgets Deals store this week. The HyperX QuadCast Wired Multi-Pattern USB Electret ...

At NAB 2026 in Las Vegas, Lectrosonics was showing its new lightweight S1 Shotgun Microphone, which is designed for high-end ...