{"id":2343,"date":"2023-05-03T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-03T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/uncategorised\/beginners-guide-microphones-voice\/"},"modified":"2023-05-30T10:48:11","modified_gmt":"2023-05-30T09:48:11","slug":"condenser-vs-dynamic-microphones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/recording-skills\/condenser-vs-dynamic-microphones\/","title":{"rendered":"Condenser Vs Dynamic Mics | A Beginner\u2019s Guide to Microphones for Voice"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Condenser Vs Dynamic Mics: At-a-glance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The terms &#8220;condenser&#8221; and &#8220;dynamic&#8221; refer to two different ways microphones are built and function<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Both types of microphones have their potential pros and cons<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dynamic mics are often more durable and can handle high volumes without distortion <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Condenser mics are often capable of recording a more crisp and detailed sound<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Most vocal USB mics are condensers<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>But the ultra-useful Samson Q2U is a dynamic mic<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>So which type of mic is best suited to you? Read on and find out&#8230;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Searching for a new microphone can be a daunting task. There is no shortage of info and options out there, and, sometimes too much choice is as bad as none at all. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When searching for a new mic, you&#8217;ll have a few &#8220;this or that&#8221; choices, too. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/understanding-audio-cables\/\">XLR Vs USB<\/a> is one. Condenser Vs Dynamic is another. It&#8217;s the latter we&#8217;ll be focussing on in this post, so let&#8217;s find out exactly what these terms mean and why they matter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-tph-related-post tph-related-block tph-related-block--horizontal tph-related-block--style-outline\"><div class=\"tph-related-block__thumb-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/the-best-podcasting-microphones-on-the-market\/\" class=\"tph-related-block__thumb-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones.jpg\" alt=\"best podcast mics\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones-290x163.jpg 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones-445x250.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones-580x326.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones-890x501.jpg 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones-1270x714.jpg 1270w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Best-Podcast-Microphones.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 768px) 205px, (min-width: 390px) 320px, calc(100vw - 70px)\" class=\"tph-related-block__thumb\"\/><\/a><\/div><div class=\"tph-related-block__content-wrap\"><div class=\"tph-related-block__tagline-wrap\"><span class=\"tph-related-block__tagline-icon tph-related-block__tagline-icon--bookmark\"><\/span><p class=\"tph-related-block__tagline\">Related Article<\/p><\/div><p class=\"tph-related-block__headline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/the-best-podcasting-microphones-on-the-market\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>The Best Podcast Microphones for All Abilities and Budgets<\/span><\/a><\/p><p class=\"tph-related-block__desc\"><span>You know what you&#8217;d like to talk about on your show &#8211; now, you just need something to talk into&#8230; <\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/the-best-podcasting-microphones-on-the-market\/\" class=\"tph-related-block__more-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span>Find out more \u00bb<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-condenser-vs-dynamic-transducer-types\">Condenser vs Dynamic: Transducer Types<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Microphones are a form of transducer. This means that microphones convert energy&nbsp;from one form (acoustic or kinetic energy) to another (electrical energy). There are three transducer types commonly associated with microphones: condenser, dynamic, and ribbon transducers. However, for most vocal applications dynamic and condenser microphones are used. Ribbon microphones, while excellent in quality for sound reproduction, tend to be very expensive and extremely delicate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So what&#8217;s the difference between dynamic and condenser mics? Let&#8217;s take a closer look at how they each work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Condenser Mic Vs Dynamic Mic | A Beginner\u2019s Guide to Microphones for Podcasting\" width=\"635\" height=\"357\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/e6FF8JzHqUk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dynamic-mics-how-they-work\">Dynamic Mics: How They Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dynamic microphones operate by suspending a coil of wire connected to a diaphragm inside a magnetic field. When sound vibrates the diaphragm, the coil vibrates and produces an electrical signal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"how a dynamic microphone works - condenser vs dynamic\" class=\"wp-image-42848\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1-290x163.jpg 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1-445x250.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1-580x326.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1-890x501.jpg 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1-1270x714.jpg 1270w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Dynamic-microphone-1.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dynamic-mic-characteristics\">Dynamic Mic Characteristics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>durable<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>handle heat and humidity well<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>high volumes without distortion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>rougher, but usable, audio signal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dynamic-mic-applications\">Dynamic Mic Applications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dynamic microphones are good for general vocals that don\u2019t necessarily need accurate and smooth reproduction, such as interviews, hosting, and live venues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the rougher sound characteristics, dynamic microphones with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/microphone-polar-patterns\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5771\">cardioid pattern<\/a> (more on polar patterns in a bit) tend to eliminate more background noise, although they may lose some nuances in a performance. This makes them well-suited to podcast hosting, general voice recording, and recording voices outdoors for voiceover or interviews. They are also suitable&nbsp;for recording very loud items, such as drums, guns, and explosions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-condenser-mics-how-they-work\">Condenser Mics: How They Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Condenser microphones operate by vibrating a conductive diaphragm against a charged backplate to convert acoustic energy to electrical energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"condenser microphones - how they work. condenser vs dynamic\" class=\"wp-image-42846\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1-290x163.jpg 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1-445x250.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1-580x326.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1-890x501.jpg 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1-1270x714.jpg 1270w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Condenser-microphone-1.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-condenser-mic-characteristics\">Condenser Mic Characteristics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>smooth frequency response<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>clear, detailed sound with crisper highs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>excellent low-frequency response<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>not suited to extremely hot or humid environments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-condenser-mic-applications\">Condenser Mic Applications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Condenser microphones are good for most studio applications, including voice acting. They produce a clarity of voice while giving it both warmth and presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Condenser microphones are the industry standard for voice actors. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/neumann-u87-microphone-a-podcasting-review\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5773\">Neumman U87<\/a> (pronounced NOY-man for you lubbers) is iconic and has defined the sound that the voiceover industry and producers look for. If you have around $4000 to spend on one microphone, I highly recommend it. For the rest of us, there are comparable mics that offer exceptional quality. We&#8217;ll talk through some affordable recommendations a bit further on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, condenser microphones are also excellent for field recording. They are more sensitive than dynamic microphones and have a flatter response that is suited to capturing detailed audio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-condenser-vs-dynamic-which-to-choose\">Condenser Vs Dynamic: Which To Choose?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If this is all a little overwhelming, don&#8217;t worry about it. You&#8217;ll find many podcasters out there who&#8217;ve been using the same mic for years and couldn&#8217;t even tell you if it was a condenser or a dynamic. Ultimately, you don&#8217;t need to know how your mic is built. You just need to judge it on how it sounds to you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As I&#8217;ve said, we&#8217;ll be pointing to some recommendations shortly. But this next section on polar patterns is worth a quick look. If you own a mic with multiple polar pattern settings, then choosing the right one for your situation can make a big difference in your audio quality.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vocal Mic Factors Beyond Condenser Vs Dynamic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The choice between dynamic and condenser microphones is only one chapter of a bigger story. There are other factors, too. One of the most important is actually what&#8217;s known as polar or pickup patterns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-polar-patterns\">Polar Patterns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/microphone-polar-patterns\/\">Polar patterns<\/a> illustrate how a microphone reacts to sounds coming from different directions. There are several polar pattern types, but our main focus for vocal microphones is on omni and cardioid polar patterns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-omni\">Omni<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42841\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional-290x290.jpeg 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional-350x350.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional-445x445.jpeg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional-635x635.jpeg 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional-580x580.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional-700x700.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional-890x890.jpeg 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Omnidirectional.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>An omnidirectional microphone receives sound with equal sensitivity from all directions. This means that audio coming from the rear and to the sides of the microphone will be picked up with equal volume and clarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-omni-characteristics\">Omni Characteristics<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>pick up of room reverberation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>extended low-frequency response<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>lower cost<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-omni-applications\">Omni Applications<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Omni microphones are good for recording situations where sound isolation is not needed or wanted. They are particularly useful for interviews and situations where more than one vocal needs to be recorded, but sound isolation is not a factor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cardioid\">Cardioid<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42843\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid-290x290.jpeg 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid-350x350.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid-445x445.jpeg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid-635x635.jpeg 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid-580x580.jpeg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid-700x700.jpeg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid-890x890.jpeg 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Cardioid.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Cardioid microphones are most sensitive at the front of the microphone, typically about 6dB less sensitive to the sides, and around 20dB less sensitive to the rear of the microphone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cardioid-characteristics\">Cardioid Characteristics<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>less reverb pickup than omni<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>less room noise pickup than omni<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>minimises off-axis pickup<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cardioid-applications\">Cardioid Applications<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Cardioid microphones are ideal vocal microphones for one-voice-one-microphone applications. Voice actors and show hosts benefit from off-axis pickup reduction focusing the sound on what matters most: the speaker\u2019s voice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The majority of studio-based professional audio requires unidirectional microphones (cardioid, hypercardioid, or supercardioid). Voice actors and podcast hosts (and vocalists!) are likely to find that microphones with a cardioid polar pattern will suit their needs best. Hypercardioid and supercardioid mics work well, too, depending on your voice and application. However, they tend to be more expensive and lack the warmth that a large-diaphragm cardioid delivers to more resonant male and female voices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s our <a data-lasso-id=\"5776\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/microphone-polar-patterns\/\">full guide to microphone polar patterns<\/a>, if you&#8217;re in the market for some geeky audio engineer tattoo ideas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"What Is Frequency Response?\" class=\"wp-image-47655\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response-290x163.jpg 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response-445x250.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response-580x326.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response-890x501.jpg 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response-1270x714.jpg 1270w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/frequency-response.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-frequency-response\">What Is Frequency Response?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another key factor beyond the dynamic vs condenser discussion is that of frequency response. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Frequency response refers to the range of frequencies your microphone can accurately reproduce at an equal level. Understanding frequency response is one of your best tools when researching audio gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"303\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Shure-frequency.png\" alt=\"Shure frequency\" class=\"wp-image-2346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Shure-frequency.png 303w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Shure-frequency-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Shure-frequency-290x159.png 290w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 303px) 100vw, 303px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply put, frequency response shows how a microphone affects the way your voice sounds. In general, when looking at a frequency response graph, you want the graph to be as flat at possible in the frequencies the microphone is being used to produce. In terms of voice, we are most concerned with the frequencies between 80Hz and 12kHz: the human vocal range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some microphones will have slight peaks in the 5\u201312kHz range to improve presence, or some lift in the 500\u2013800 Hz range to improve warmth. These characteristics can be desirable, depending on your production and scope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to reduce low-frequency rumble and high-frequency hiss, microphones that roll off below 80Hz (high pass) and above 12kHz (low pass) are best suited for voice. This is especially helpful in cutting down on noise from vehicles and HVAC systems. 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That&#8217;s totally fine! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With that in mind, we try to review as many different vocal mics as we can on the site. This hopefully means that we can give you the lowdown of each at-a-glance. We can run you through the key points. How does it sound? How does it look? How much does it cost? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That should be much easier than pouring over the intricacies of mic specs on Amazon. But, if that&#8217;s the sort of thing that <em>does <\/em>interest you, then be sure to bookmark this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-tph-editors wp-block-tph-editors--style-inline\"><div class=\"wp-block-tph-editors__header\"><div class=\"wp-block-tph-editors__avatar-wrap\"><svg class=\"wp-block-tph-editors__avatar-overlay\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\" viewBox=\"0 0 50 50\" fill=\"none\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M25 0H0v50h50V0H25zm0 0c13.255 0 24 10.745 24 24S38.255 48 25 48a23.95 23.95 0 01-8.286-1.469l-8.905 2.682a1.944 1.944 0 01-2.505-1.884l.11-9.456A23.89 23.89 0 011 24C1 10.745 11.745 0 25 0z\" fill=\"#fff\"><\/path><\/svg><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/podcat-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"authors avatar\" class=\"wp-block-tph-editors__avatar\" width=\"50\" height=\"50\"\/><\/div><p class=\"wp-block-tph-editors__headline\">Editor\u2019s Note<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-tph-editors__note-wrap\"><p>There&#8217;s no doubt that some people go right down the rabbithole with mics, and with good reason. Vocals are one thing, but imagine having to record instruments, too, or even a full drum kit! Rather than one mic, you then need a whole set, and to cover an enormous range of frequencies. To see what I mean, check out the photo of a 7-mic setup at the bottom of <a href=\"https:\/\/drumhelper.com\/audio\/best-drum-mic-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this drum mic kit<\/a> article.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-condenser-vs-dynamic-mic-recommendations\">Condenser Vs Dynamic: Mic Recommendations <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some reviews and guides worth checking out if you&#8217;re in the market for a new microphone. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/the-best-podcasting-microphones-on-the-market\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5780\">Best Podcast Microphones<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-usb-microphones-roundup-podcasters\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5781\">Best USB Microphones<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-great-condenser-mics\">Great Condenser Mics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/akg-lyra-review\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5782\">AKG Lyra<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/samson-satellite-review\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5783\">Samson Satellite<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/shure-mv5-a-podcasting-review\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5784\">Shure MV5<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-great-dynamic-mics\">Great Dynamic Mics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/samson-q2u-podcasting-review\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5785\">Samson Q2U<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/rode-procaster-review\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5786\">Rode Procaster<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/microphones\/rode-podcaster-review-a-top-of-the-range-usb-mic\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5787\">Rode Podcaster<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bonus Resource: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/recording-skills\/online-mic-test\/\" data-lasso-id=\"5788\">Free Online Mic Test<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-need-more-help\">Need More Help?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you need advice on equipment or guidance on any other aspect of podcasting, you&#8217;ll find the help you need in the <a href=\"https:\/\/indiepod.thepodcasthost.com\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IndiePod Community<\/a>, where no podcaster is left behind.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, if you&#8217;re feeling clued up on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/podcast-equipment-guide\/\">podcast equipment<\/a> side of things, it&#8217;s time to start thinking about software. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/how-to-make-a-podcast-with-alitu\/\">podcast maker tool Alitu<\/a> lets you record, edit, produce, publish, and host your show, all within one easy-to-use interface. Try it out free for seven days at <a href=\"https:\/\/alitu.com?utm_source=thepodcasthost&amp;utm_medium=in-content&amp;utm_campaign=condenser-vs-dynamic-microphones%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">alitu.com<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The terms &#8220;condenser&#8221; and &#8220;dynamic&#8221; refer to two different ways microphones are built, and function. 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