What is Polar Pattern?

The directional sensitivity of the microphone.

What is Polar Pattern?

Polar pattern describes where a microphone picks up sound. Cardioid captures from the front, omnidirectional from all directions, bidirectional from front and back, and multi-pattern mics switch between modes.

Why does polar pattern matter?

Cardioid is best for solo recording, omnidirectional for room ambience, bidirectional for interviews.

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Bit Depth

Measures the dynamic range and resolution of digital audio, determining how accurately sound is captured.

Frequency Response

The range of sound frequencies a microphone can accurately capture, measured in Hertz (Hz).

Gain Control

An adjustment that boosts the input level of a microphone's signal before it is recorded or transmitted.

Sample Rate

The number of times per second an analog audio signal is converted into a digital sample, measured in kilohertz (kHz).

Sample Rate

How many audio samples are captured per second.

XLR Connection

A professional-grade, three-pin electrical connector commonly used for microphones and audio equipment.

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