{"id":2755,"date":"2021-08-27T14:46:54","date_gmt":"2021-08-27T14:46:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/?p=2755"},"modified":"2024-01-22T13:39:47","modified_gmt":"2024-01-22T13:39:47","slug":"studio-microphone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/studio-microphone\/","title":{"rendered":"The Essential Guide to Choosing Your Next Studio Microphone"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019ve covered both\u00a0<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/shotgun-microphones\/\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">shotgun microphones<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/lavalier-mic\/\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">lavalier mics<\/a>, but so far we\u2019ve left one of the most important ones out\u2014the studio microphone.<\/p>\n<p>What is a studio mic? Good question. As the name indicates, on its most basic level a studio microphone is a mic used in a studio setting. The important thing to understand here is that there are various types of studios, from music recording and television studios to those used in radio broadcasting, podcasting, and foley sound.<\/p>\n<p>For our purposes, we will be focusing on studio mics for video creators and podcasters. These are mics that can be paired with both\u00a0<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/portable-audio-recorder\/\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">portable audio recorders<\/a>\u00a0and video cameras. Before detailing how to use a studio microphone and offering up some mic recommendations, let\u2019s talk about the main types of studio mics.<\/p>\n<h2>Types of studio microphones<\/h2>\n<p>There are three main\u00a0<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/types-of-microphones\/\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">types of microphones<\/a>\u2014Dynamic, Condenser, and Ribbon. Others have existed through audio recording history, but these are the most common. Among these three, you will usually see either Dynamic or Condenser mics in a home setup.<\/p>\n<h3>Dynamic<\/h3>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2759 size-full\" src="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/547eecb6b374715314b28846ad1effa56fceaa5a.jpg\&quot;" alt=\"dynamic studio mic\" width=\"799\" height=\"376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/547eecb6b374715314b28846ad1effa56fceaa5a.jpg 799w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ 547eecb6b374715314b28846ad1effa56fceaa5a-300x141.jpg 300w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ 547eecb6b374715314b28846ad1effa56fceaa5a-768x361.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \ /><\/p>\n<p>Before the invention of Condenser mics, Dynamic microphones (including the related Ribbon) were basically found in every professional studio. Inside a dynamic mic can be found a diaphragm, coil, and magnet. As waves of sound vibrate the diaphragm, the coil also vibrates, which the magnet\u2019s force transforms into electrical signals.<\/p>\n<p>Known for being sturdy, Dynamic mics are traditionally used in music recording studios, but also used in television broadcasts. Their use in television studios makes them a good option for podcasters as well as for video creators\u2014especially those who use voice-over, whether for documentaries, news reporting, or other content that prominently features the voice.<\/p>\n<h3>Condenser<\/h3>\n<p>Condenser mics capture audio through a lightweight diaphragm fixed to a case and suspended over a backplate. When sound strikes the diaphragm, it vibrates both toward and away from the backplate. This vibration then transforms the soundwaves into electrical signals, which are then picked up by the microphone\u2019s electrical field.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2760 size-full\" src="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/c115de92e078fc054c158915884ee3b4f31398af.jpg\&quot;" alt=\"condenser studio mic\" width=\"799\" height=\"456\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/c115de92e078fc054c158915884ee3b4f31398af.jpg 799w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ c115de92e078fc054c158915884ee3b4f31398af-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ c115de92e078fc054c158915884ee3b4f31398af-768x438.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \ /><\/p>\n<p>As mic-maker Neumann notes, the diaphragm\u2019s low mass allows the Condenser mic to \u201cfollow sound waves more accurately than that of a dynamic microphone with a (relatively) heavy moving coil attached. Condenser microphones, therefore, offer superior sound quality.\u201d Condensers have extremely wide frequency response and great transient response (they can pick up drum hits or string instrument plucking).<\/p>\n<p>Condensers are also often used for the highly detailed and accurate capturing of vocals and high-frequency sounds. So, if you\u2019re a podcaster or video creator and you really want to capture the voice in great detail, go with a Condenser instead of a Dynamic.<\/p>\n<p>Before moving on, let\u2019s summarize the difference between dynamic and condenser microphones. Dynamic mics are less impacted by the room\/space they are used in but offer great vocal sound. Condenser mics, on the other hand, are more detailed in the high end, allowing them to capture a more accurate sound. One other thing to note Condensers is that they might sound harsh or reflective in an untreated room such as a bedroom.<\/p>\n<h3>Ribbon<\/h3>\n<p>A Ribbon mic is made of a very strong magnetic field into which a very thin strip of metal is suspended. This ribbon\u2019s metal functions as both diaphragm and transducer, and is usually aluminum; although duralumin or nanofilm material is also used.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2761 size-full\" src="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/719d187a43f6a14841f39770f48c846254652d84.jpg\&quot;" alt=\"ribbon studio mic\" width=\"803\" height=\"385\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/719d187a43f6a14841f39770f48c846254652d84.jpg 803w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ 719d187a43f6a14841f39770f48c846254652d84-300x144.jpg 300w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ 719d187a43f6a14841f39770f48c846254652d84-768x368.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 803px) 100vw, 803px\" \ /><\/p>\n<p>While Ribbon mic technology has existed since the 1920s (preceding Dynamic mics), it can capture some high-frequency sounds, although they will be smoothed out or rounded off compared to Condenser mics. Historically, they were fragile and noisy but a newer Ribbon mic design has helped fix these issues.<\/p>\n<h2>How to use a studio mic<\/h2>\n<p>The type of studio mic, from its specs like frequency response to pick-up pattern, will determine how best to use it.<\/p>\n<h3>Dynamic<\/h3>\n<p>As noted above, Dynamic microphones are most often used in studio settings to mic musical instruments and loud vocals. This is often done at a short distance (\u201cclose miking\u201d) using a cardioid pickup pattern. (All dynamic mics are cardioid or hyper-cardioid.)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2762 size-full\" src="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/30fc5aa3e92cc5f4fb9e5c0ce264f83af5c1009d.png\&quot;" alt=\"cardioid pattern\" width=\"603\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/30fc5aa3e92cc5f4fb9e5c0ce264f83af5c1009d.png 603w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ 30fc5aa3e92cc5f4fb9e5c0ce264f83af5c1009d-300x192.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 603px) 100vw, 603px\" \ /><\/p>\n<p>Although often used to capture loud instruments and vocals, with good mic placement and tinkering with gain (boosting signal strength via PreAmp Gain), podcasters and video creators can do some great recording. And since they\u2019re rugged, Dynamic mics do well in harsh exterior environments, making them an option for location shoots and recordings unless you\u2019re filming wide shots and trying to record sound from a distance.<\/p>\n<h3>Condenser<\/h3>\n<p>Again, Condenser mics have a much greater frequency response than dynamic mics. This makes them ideal for recording voices for both podcasts and videos. Some Condenser mics only have one pickup pattern (polar pattern), while others can have multiple switchable ones.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2764 size-full\" src="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/c2bdbdca69cdca58dd8713272da123f87359be4b.png\&quot;" alt=\"596\" width=\"596\" height=\"384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/c2bdbdca69cdca58dd8713272da123f87359be4b.png 596w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ c2bdbdca69cdca58dd8713272da123f87359be4b-300x193.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 596px) 100vw, 596px\" \ /><\/p>\n<p>When recording the voice, you\u2019ll want to use a cardioid pattern, which picks up sound directly in front of the mic. The Condenser will pick up all of the subtleties of speech, so play with gain but also use a pop filter to reduce or eliminate pops and clicks.<\/p>\n<p>Remember, Condensers are less rugged than Dynamics. So if you plan to take your Condenser outside the studio, just know that factors like extreme temperatures and humidity (including humidity from the mouth) can cause the Condenser to fail.<\/p>\n<h3>Ribbon<\/h3>\n<p>Typically, Ribbon mics have a bi-directional (figure 8) pickup pattern. This means that it will pick up sound equally well from the front and back, making it ideal for face-to-face interviews. As you can imagine, this makes the Ribbon mic a cool although really unconventional choice for podcasters. More than likely, you\u2019ll opt for a Condenser or Dynamic mic, but if you\u2019re curious about a Ribbon mic, maybe rent one to demo it.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2765 size-full\" src="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/35b73172a0ca63c989159e4923759943208525c3.png\&quot;" alt=\"bidirectional pickup pattern\" width=\"402\" height=\"402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/35b73172a0ca63c989159e4923759943208525c3.png 402w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ 35b73172a0ca63c989159e4923759943208525c3-300x300.png 300w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ 35b73172a0ca63c989159e4923759943208525c3-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 402px) 100vw, 402px\" \ /><\/p>\n<p>One thing to note about Ribbon mics is that newer models are more rugged and less noisy than ones manufactured in the first half of the 20th century. Ribbon mics have a bit smoother, warmer, and darker sound than the highly detailed recordings of Condensers.<\/p>\n<h2>Studio mic recommendations<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve now got a basic understanding of the main types of microphones. Let\u2019s take a look at a few options for Dynamic, Condenser, and Ribbon mics.<\/p>\n<p>Note that this list is exhaustive; It\u2019s simply meant to give you an idea of studio mic options at various price points for various budgets.<\/p>\n\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"186\" class=\"elementor elementor-186\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-b6940b6 elementor-section-full_width cta-middle external elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"b6940b6\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-row\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 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mics<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re just starting to dip your toes into podcasting, check out both the Shure SM58 (<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/store\/detail\/SM58--shure-sm58-cardioid-dynamic-vocal-microphone\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$99 at Sweetwater<\/a>) and R\u00d8DE Procaster (<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/470257-REG\/Rode_PROCASTER_Procaster_Dynamic_Vocal.html\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$229 at B&amp;H<\/a>). The SM58 has long been known as a cheap but high-quality option for capturing the voice. The Procaster, while more expensive, is designed with broadcasting in mind, and comes with an internal shock mount and internal pop-filter to reduce plosives.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2766 size-full\" src="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/f428392b81711464ee46da4765cda4fea024f1ca.jpg\&quot;" alt=\"rode procaster\" width=\"598\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/f428392b81711464ee46da4765cda4fea024f1ca.jpg 598w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ f428392b81711464ee46da4765cda4fea024f1ca-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 598px) 100vw, 598px\" \ /><\/p>\n<p><em>R\u00d8DE Procaster. Source:\u00a0<\/em><a href="\&quot;http:\/\/www.rode.com\/\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>http:\/\/www.rode.com\/<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p>A step up in price is the Shure SM7B (<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/225820-REG\/Shure_SM7B_SM7B_Cardioid_Dynamic.html\&quot;">$399 at B&amp;H<\/a>), which Shure designed for broadcasting, making it a great option for podcasters and video creators, but also beloved by musicians. If you have a larger budget, consider the Electro-Voice RE-20\u2014the world standard in dynamic microphones for television and radio.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2767 size-full\" src="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/4c77e24fd498517903132aafddaa3b357c02fba2.png\&quot;" alt=\"602\" width=\"602\" height=\"547\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/4c77e24fd498517903132aafddaa3b357c02fba2.png 602w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ 4c77e24fd498517903132aafddaa3b357c02fba2-300x273.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \ /><\/p>\n<p><em>Shure SM7B. Source:\u00a0<\/em><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.shure.com\/\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>https:\/\/www.shure.com\/<\/em><\/a><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Condenser studio mics<\/h3>\n<p>For entry-level condenser studio mics, check out the Audio-Technica AT2035 (<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/574499-REG\/Audio_Technica_AT2035_AT2035_Cardioid_Condenser_Side_Address.html\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$149 at B&amp;H<\/a>) and AT2020 (<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/356521-REG\/Audio_Technica_AT2020_AT2020_Condenser_Microphone.html\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$99 at B&amp;H<\/a>). These two mics share many of the same features, although the AT2035 has switchable pickup patterns (Bidirectional, Omnidirectional, Unidirectional) whereas the AT2020 is only Unidirectional. Another option in the same price range is the Hyper X QuadCast S (<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/HyperX-QuadCast-Condenser-Microphone-Anti-Vibration\/dp\/B08G8WH435\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$159.99 at Amazon<\/a>), a mic designed for streamers and gamers, which would also work well for podcasters and YouTubers.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2768 size-full\" src="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/e4f9413149670d9f99d6f7eb253bffc12854e8ee.png\&quot;" alt=\"480\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/e4f9413149670d9f99d6f7eb253bffc12854e8ee.png 480w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ e4f9413149670d9f99d6f7eb253bffc12854e8ee-300x300.png 300w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ e4f9413149670d9f99d6f7eb253bffc12854e8ee-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \ /><\/p>\n<p><em>Audio-Technica AT2035. Source:\u00a0<\/em><a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.audio-technica.com\/\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em>https:\/\/www.audio-technica.com\/<\/em><\/a><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Taking a step up in price is the R\u00d8DE NT1A (<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.bhphotovideo.com\/c\/product\/651939-REG\/Rode_NT1_A_NT1_A_CVRS_Complete_Vocal.html\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$229 at B&amp;H<\/a>), which gives you that R\u00d8DE engineering for just a bit more money than the AT2035, which is its main competition. If you\u2019re willing to spend a bit more, consider the Neumann TLM 102 (<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/store\/detail\/TLM102--neumann-tlm-102-large-diaphragm-condenser-microphone-nickel\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$699 at Sweetwater<\/a>). For that price, you\u2019re getting Neumann\u2019s iconic sound quality, but it won\u2019t come with a shock mount, so keep that in mind. Another Neumann option is the BCM 705, a mic designed for broadcast voice recording.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2769 size-full\" src="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/0c2b636a3370f7a5c3cf3d03991432c4520326d8.jpg\&quot;" alt=\"500\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/0c2b636a3370f7a5c3cf3d03991432c4520326d8.jpg 500w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ 0c2b636a3370f7a5c3cf3d03991432c4520326d8-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ 0c2b636a3370f7a5c3cf3d03991432c4520326d8-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \ /><\/p>\n<p>Source:\u00a0<a href="\&quot;http:\/\/www.rode.com\/\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.rode.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Ribbon studio mics<\/h3>\n<p>While most podcasters and video creators will likely opt for Condenser and Dynamic mics, don\u2019t rule out a Ribbon microphone for your project. As you will recall, Ribbon mics deliver a smooth, warm, and what some describe as a \u201cdarker\u201d sound.<\/p>\n<p>For an entry-level Ribbon mic, check out the sE Electronics X1 R Ribbon Microphone (<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/store\/detail\/X1R--se-electronics-x1-r\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$259 at Sweetwater<\/a>). Both rugged and affordable, it will give you that Ribbon mic sound without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2770 size-full\" src="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/3a58b7691fd1a0c2caed5b431200ec5ccfbbb167.jpg\&quot;" alt=\"424\" width=\"424\" height=\"444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/3a58b7691fd1a0c2caed5b431200ec5ccfbbb167.jpg 424w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ 3a58b7691fd1a0c2caed5b431200ec5ccfbbb167-286x300.jpg 286w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 424px) 100vw, 424px\" \ /><\/p>\n<p>Source:\u00a0<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.seelectronics.com\/\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.seelectronics.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you love the sound of Ribbon mics and want to spend more money on a higher-end model, check out both the R\u00d8DE NTR (<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/store\/detail\/NTR--rode-ntr-active-ribbon-microphone\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$799 at Sweetwater<\/a>) and AEA KU5A (<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/store\/detail\/KU5A--aea-ku5a-ribbon-microphone\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$1,199 at Sweetwater<\/a>). The R\u00d8DE NTR is new, rugged, and feature-packed; and at that price point, it\u2019s a very attractive option. Although more expensive than the<\/p>\n<p>NTR, the KU5A has drawn some rave reviews from podcasters with its super-cardioid pattern instead of the traditional bidirectional configuration.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2771 size-full\" src="\&quot;https:\/\/artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/014c2dce4eb7ad8abdce6ad238d3febf2481f53b.jpg\&quot;" alt=\"500\" width=\"500\" height=\"413\" srcset=\"https:\/\/new-blog.artlist.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/014c2dce4eb7ad8abdce6ad238d3febf2481f53b.jpg 500w, https:\ \ new-blog.artlist.io\ blog\ wp-content\ uploads\ 2021\ 08\ 014c2dce4eb7ad8abdce6ad238d3febf2481f53b-300x248.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \ /><\/p>\n<p>Source:\u00a0<a href="\&quot;https:\/\/www.aearibbonmics.com\/\&quot;" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.aearibbonmics.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>A studio mic is a microphone that should best be kept in your studio. While many podcasters and video creators opt for Condenser mics for their high-frequency response and ability to capture subtle vocal sounds, Dynamic mics can handle voice recording as well. As we discussed, Ribbon mics will give your voice recordings more smoothness, warmth, and darkness than Condensers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019ve covered both\u00a0shotgun microphones\u00a0and\u00a0lavalier mics, but so far we\u2019ve left one of the most important ones out\u2014the studio microphone.<br \/>\nWhat is a studio mic?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":2773,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[87,88,228],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v21.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Get to know the different types of studio mics | Artlist<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Studio mics are a must-have for podcasters and video creators. 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