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Condenser mics

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Condenser mics

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- [Instructor] A condenser microphone is based around a circular plate that's called a diaphragm. They come in both small and large diaphragms. As a sound wave passes through the diaphragm, it causes a vibration which creates an electrical voltage. Their high sensitivity make them great on quiet sources. Condenser microphones are commonly used on vocals and acoustic instruments because of their wide frequency response as well as their excellent ability to capture mid and high frequency detail. They require external power to operate which is either by 48 volt phantom power for solid state designs or a dedicated power supply for tube designs. Condenser microphones can be configured with a variety of polar pick up patterns. Some have a fixed cardioid pattern and others have a switchable option that can take it from cardioid to bidirectional and all the way to omnidirectional. Let's take a look at some of the most recognizable condenser microphones. The Neumann U 47 and U 48 tube…

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