Best Microphone To Pick Up The Sound of A Gunshot?
Pretty much any good condenser mic will do the job: http://www.zzounds.com/item--AUTAT2020 Don't place the mic too close to the gun - I would guess at least 1 foot away or more. The other thing you need to consider is the mixer or recording device you connect the mic to. It will have a "trim" or "gain" control for the mic input. This will need to be adjusted so that the loud sound of the gun does not overload the input. That is a very loud sound, so that control probably will end up adjusted all the way down. If the sound is still too loud, you'll need to buy an external mic attenuator: http://store.shure.com/store/shure/en_US...
What is the best microphone for noise free recordings?
It depends on what you mean by noise.If you mean noise like static noise or that hiss or hum, then the mic is most likely not the problem, but your cables, power supply, interface grounding, radio interference, etc. If it happens to be the mic, which is unlikely, then the mic is broken or of really really low quality that it would count as broken.If you mean noise like the background noise, it depends on what you want to record.If you want to pick up the sound of a narrow source outside, say just one person, perhaps a shotgun mic is good. However, if you just want to record something at all and want to cut background noise, then you want to get an crappy mic. Yes that’s right. The better the mic, the more sensitive it is. And that means it’s better at picking up background noise.To get a high quality recording that has minimum to no noise:use a high quality mic with high quality components (cables, interface, plugs, etc) inside a soundproof room like a recording studio, orrecord in a quiet, ideally soundproofed roomno, egg cartons and foam are not soundproofing.
What is the best microphone for a dynamic vocalist that sings very loud in a song, but also sings very quietly, almost whispering in some parts?
Not to break the bank, a good solution can be had for a few hundred US dollars. You might try a Sennheiser e835, which is crisp-sounding, forgiving, easy to use and should provide the dynamic range you’re looking for easily. Alternatively, you could try a Shure Beta 87A, a slightly more-expensive supercardiod mic that’s a real pleasure if you are comfortable with mic use technique. The polar pattern on this mic is extremely dynamic, and the mic feels intuitive. It does require phantom power.The placement of your PA monitor(s) will make a big difference, for you to get the volume tolerance you’re looking for. The quietness (expensive, and cable- and grounding-related) of your system will make a big difference. If your system is designed well, you should have no problems. Try putting the PA speakers on the far side of the room, opposite the band, if you have the flexibility. The more you can keep the mics away from the sound pressure from the speakers, the more success you’ll have at reproducing those quiet parts.This might help, a video I made a few years back …Best wishes! Have fun!Original question: What is the best microphone for a dynamic vocalist that sings very loud in a song but also songs very quietly almost whispering in some parts?markurso.com
What is the best external microphone for the Canon Vixia HF11?
The built-in mics work fine when used properly. However, when the mics are in the right place, the camera may not frame the image well - or, if the camera frames correctly, the mic is not in the right place. This does not make the mics "bad". The "hissing" you hear is from the camera's use of the automatic audio gain. When there is no ambient noise, it is listening. Step 1: Use the manual audio gain control. If you use external mics improperly, the same thing can happen... There is no single "best" mic. We don't know if you need stereo or mono. Step 2: Determine your requirements. Since we don't know how you are using the camcorder, it is a bit challenging to make a recommendation: The typical choices are: Shotgun mic; Stereo mic; clip-on "lavaliere" mic handheld "dynamic" mic. Other possibilities include: Large diaphragm mic, cardioid mic, boundary mic, wire vs wireless... In my kit, I have a coule of Shure SM58 handhelds, Audio Technica AT875R shotgun mic and Sennheiser wireless G3 EW100 portable base station lavaliers - among others. Step 3: Set a budget. Read the camcorder's manual: http://gdlp01.c-wss.com/gds/1/0300001381... Page 15, item 14; page 58: location of the mic jack. Page 55-56; right side "Audio Recording Level": manual audio gain control Audio Technica makes decent, affordable, mics that use a 1/8" (3.5mm) connection...
What are the best headphones?
Criteria: - Kicking bass (powerful but not muddy) - Loud. - Under 200 dollars USD. - Sound quality (duh). - Good microphone (optional). - Comfortable to wear for hours. - Wired or Wireless, doesn't matter.
What is the best headset microphone that eliminates my background noise for the person on the other end of the call?
Although Bose are great headphones their microphones aren't designed like you want as you can tell. I have a few recommendations for you.If you don't mind a single ear headset. Then the BlueParrott B350-XT will give you the best noise cancellation microphone over anything else. This headset was designed for truckers to block out all that loud engine noise. Link below.BlueParrott B350-XT Ultra Noise Canceling Bluetooth HeadsetJabra Evolve 80 will block out your background noise and has a mic boom. The caller will still hear your background but it will be reduced. I would bet it will filter out noise better than the Bose. Link belowJabra Evolve 80 Active Noise Cancellation USB/3.5mm Wired HeadsetSennheiser MB Pro 2 this model has a premium microphone and ultra noise cancelling microphone built for business professionals on the go. I'm a big fan of this headset.
Which camera phone a microphone good enough to record loud low frequencies such as drums without distorting?
I hate to break this to you but the built in microphone and associated electronics are not optimized for this. You really need external microphones and appropriate signal chain. By signal chain I mean mic preamp. You have to get the positioning right on the mic(s) and adjust the preamp for optimal levels without distorting. Search Youtube for “drum mic techniques” Now there are external mics you can use with a phone but you are not going to get really good results without a good mic.Jules
What is the best hypercardioid microphone for recording voice?
Hey Alex, If you want quality recordings, I think you should go for a condenser mic like AT2020 usb version. features Ccardioid condenser with USB digital output (Mac & Windows compatible) Ideal for podcasting, home studio recording, field recording & voiceover use Custom-engineered low-mass diaphragm provides extended frequency response & superior transient response USB powered, connects directly to computer's USB input Tripod desk stand with folding legs offers secure & easily portable tabletop base