![]() ![]() Uni-directional (sometimes called “cardioid”) refers to the quality of a mic being selective about what it picks up: Usually, the audio right in front of it. Obviously the closer a sound is to the mic the louder it is, but it doesn’t matter whether you’re in front of, above, below or behind it, it’ll treat you the same. Omni-directional means the microphone picks up what’s going on all around it equally. The one I’ve used all my DJing life and that has never let me down is the Shure SM58, so I can definitely recommend that model. They also tend to pick up background noise much more, so are best used in quiet environments.įor DJ use, we can cut to the chase: Most often, you’ll want a dynamic mic. More delicate and often larger than dynamic mics, they offer a wider, clearer, slightly more natural sound. The classic Shure SM58 mic is used by DJs all over the globe.Ĭondenser mics are “powered”: They need to receive power from the thing they’re plugged into (often called “phantom power”) – you’ll see the option to provide power to condenser mics on many producer sound cards, and on pro mixing desks. However, they lack a bit of openness and subtlety when compared to condenser mics, and tend to haver lower output signals. They are workhorses: Rugged and reliable, and they don’t require any external power. They are equally happy being held by singers, or shoved into drum kits, guitar amps and so on. The biggest difference in the actual microphone technology itself is dynamic vs condenser microphones.ĭynamic microphones are typically the “handheld” type, although they’re often used on stands too. DJ’s Guide To Microphones Different types of mic It’s not here to teach you how to use a mic ( this article will help you with that), rather to help you to understand what’s out there, and if you’re thinking of adding one to your kit list, what might be the best mic for you. ![]() At some point, you will probably want to buy one, or at least be asked about them.īut what if you know absolutely nothing about microphones? If that’s you, this article is for you. Even club DJs sometimes have to “get on the mic”, but definitely for mobile and event DJs, as well as for DJ/producers, owning a mic or two is essential. Want mic performance tips? It’s all covered in our Complete DJ CourseĪlong with decks, mixers, headphones, speakers, laptops and controllers, microphones are a necessary item for DJs. ![]()
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