Microphones
Highly regarded in the studio and on stage for their transparency and detail, DPA microphones offer a powerful combination of commendable audio specifications, versatile configurability, and easy positioning. Especially attractive for close-miking techniques in concert venues, houses of worship, and theater are the DPA d:vote 4099 supercardioid miniature condenser microphones, which have been internally redesigned to make great sound even easier to obtain. By incorporating CORE by DPA technology into the d:vote 4099, DPA has empowered
Always seeking new ways to put reliable, high-performance microphones in the hands of the many (newbies, hobbyists, and industry professionals—all are welcome), RØDE is now offering the TX-M2 handheld wireless microphone from its RØDELink Performer Kit as a separate item, making it an ideal addition to any RØDELink
Do you have a pair of Shure SE earphones, but also an Android device without a headphone jack? If so, you’ll be thrilled to know the Shure makes a remote/in-line DAC for these earphones that sports a USB Type-C connection point, making it usable with Android devices!
Called the Shure RMCE-USB, this cable sports a DAC that can handle audio resolutions and sample rates of up to 24-bit / 96 kHz, which is no slight feat for a
Sennheiser is no stranger to the world of wireless audio. The company’s microphones, transmitters, and receivers are well known and widely respected for dependability, discerning quality, and ease of use. Building on the success of the G3 systems, Sennheiser’s G4 wireless units are the latest in the Evolution Series. With true diversity receivers, handheld and bodypack transmitters, and complete systems with or without microphones, the G4 line is simple, powerful, and
Looking for a wearable microphone that can record and store audio—and pair with your smartphone for easy video-sync? If so, look no farther than the Sennheiser Memory Mic, which is a battery-powered, omnidirectional condenser microphone that you can append on your person.
Sennheiser Memory
Sennheiser—a company making innovative gear in the world of VR, binaural audio capture, and mobile-based audio—is releasing a new mic for your smartphone. We at B&H are proud to add it to our collection. Called the Memory Mic, this memory mic clips on to your person and records 48 kHz/16-bit audio, all while synchronizing to your smartphone's camera over Bluetooth.
The mic itself utilizes an omnidirectional condenser capsule
Wireless microphones are an incredibly popular and convenient solution to many of the problems that come with traditional wired setups: they require far less cabling, and that means fewer issues with shorted wiring, lowered chances of cable-related tripping, and a higher number on the “Days Since Last Incident” sign. While they can be a bit more difficult to onboard, once the system is up and running, audio engineers and A/V technicians appreciate the fast setup time and decreased storage space that wireless mics afford. So, with all the
In response to wireless mic frequencies being squeezed in the United States, Lectrosonics is expanding its product offerings to take advantage of the unlicensed 900 MHz frequency band, as an alternative to the soon-to-be illegal 600 MHz band. The company is introducing the Digital Hybrid HHa-941 handheld transmitter, HMa-941
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Sennheiser has updated its popular G3 series with the evolution wireless G4. AB takes a quick look at the wireless G4 Combo Sets, which are geared toward recording dialogue, ENG audio, and sound for film. We hope you enjoy the video, and invite you to view the wide selection of other instructional and informative videos at BandH.com.
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Join A.B. as he delivers an in-depth review of the Marantz Turret, an all-in-one live-streaming machine with a built-in camera, microphone, and ring light. If you’re a gamer, podcaster, vlogger, or just someone who wants to create web content easily, this video is for you.
The frequencies they are a-changing. If you followed the unfolding drama of the FCC Incentive Auction, in 2016 and 2017, this comes as no surprise to you. If "FCC Auction" doesn't hold special meaning to you yet, you need to prepare for some important news. Anyone currently using wireless systems that operate in the 600 MHz band should pay close attention to avoid breaking laws and proper functionality. It's quite possible, and even likely, that you'll have to trade in your current system. Many wireless mic systems operating in the 600 MHz
Some microphones look the same, some look wildly different. Reading each manufacturer’s product description leaves you with the impression that every mic is the best for everything. Microphones in the sub-$100 range are often described the same way as mics in the territory of several thousand dollars. So, how do you determine what sets them apart? You can get your first clue in those ultra-boring and seemingly pointless specifications. I know it would be much more fun to just try all the mics, but that’s not possible, is it? As you dive into
In the final part of this three-part series, Justin Colletti, of Sonic Scoop, and producer Bob Mallory, discuss how to handle the daunting task of choosing microphones, covering several examples from a single inexpensive dynamic to multiple pairs of condensers.
Listen to A/B comparisons of spoken word and acoustic guitar sources recorded with different microphones, in the same acoustically treated room discussed in the first video of this series. They also give us some real-world suggestions on how to most effectively use your acoustic space
Don't feel blue—at NAMM 2018, Blue Microphones showed a bunch of new products for you to try. Let's start with something users of the Yeti or Yeti Pro USB might enjoy: The new Radius III Custom Shock Mount. This shockmount offers a vintage-style, suspension-mount design, and yet, it boasts the perfect dimensions for isolating your Yeti from shock, noise, and errant vibrations. These attributes, combined with a new
