Common questions 

Which microphones can be used in a radio station?

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Which microphones can be used in a radio station?

Types of Microphones & Their Uses in Radio

  • Dynamic. Dynamic mics are used in music performances.
  • Capacitor/Condensor. Capacitor mics are the classic radio studio mics.
  • Electret. Electret mics are small and portable.
  • Carbon. Carbon mics are little-used in radio studios.
  • Ribbon.
  • Crystal.

What are stage mics called?

boundary mics
Stage microphones, also known as boundary mics, can be effective for area pickup of stage productions. Hanging mics can be used above the stage to capture the sound farther upstage.

What kind of mic requires phantom power?

Condenser microphones
Thankfully, we can help… Phantom Power is a term given to the process of delivering DC (Direct Current) to microphones requiring electric power to drive active circuitry. Condenser microphones such as Shure’s KSM range all have active circuitry and require phantom power.

What are stage microphones called?

What kind of microphones are used in theatre?

In theatrical productions, a wireless microphone is used to amplify the voice of the actor or singer. As the lavalier or headset allows close-miking, it ensures delivery of quality audio. The overhead or boundary microphones can be a suitable alternative as they are more affordable.

Which is the best microphone for a radio station?

The Electro-Voice RE320 is exceptionally versatile. It’s an industry standard microphone used by most commercial radio stations here in the UK and aboard in the USA. There are 2 settings: “Flat” for spoken word and “Contour” for instruments. Radio Stations use the Electro-Voice for radio shows and live music sessions.

What kind of mic can I use as an area mic?

When not used as an area mic, they can be paired together with the Gooseneck Shock Mount and a MMP-G Modular Active Cable Preamplifier with MicroDot, to turn any modular recording mic capsule into a fantastic instrument microphone. The award-winning 4099 Series, gives you a much more natural sound than any clip-on microphone or pickup.

When did they start using body mics in theatre?

The first Broadway show to have used the body mikes was the musical, “Funny Girl,” in March 1964. In a theatre setting, you want something that frees the hands, so the cordless mic is impractical for the actors as they need to perform without restrictions or limitations of movements.