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Lavalier Microphone

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Small, discreet, omnidirectional, attaches to clothing.

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Gooseneck Microphone

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Flexible positioning, used for podiums and conferences, typically have a cardioid or supercardioid pickup.

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Shotgun Microphone

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Highly directional, good for isolating sounds, used in film and television.

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Dynamic Microphone

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Robust, good for high volume sources, not very sensitive to subtle nuances.

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USB Microphone

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Convenient, easy set-up, suitable for home studios and podcasting.

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Electret Condenser Microphone

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Similar to condenser mics but uses electret material to hold an electrical charge, affordable alternative.

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Ribbon Microphone

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Warm, natural sound, figure-8 polar pattern, fragile design.

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Carbon Microphone

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Limited frequency response, used in early telephone technology, often distorts sound.

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Contact Microphone

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Picks up vibrations through solid objects, less affected by air sound, good for experimental use.

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Condenser Microphone

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Sensitive, captures a wider range of frequencies, requires power source.

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Binaural Microphone

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Simulates the way humans hear, immersive 3D audio, uses two mics placed in ear-like fixtures.

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Multi-Pattern Microphone

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Can switch between different polar patterns, versatile, suitable for different recording scenarios.

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Boundary Microphone

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Captures sound in a wide area, placed on flat surfaces, minimal phase interference.

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Omni-Directional Microphone

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Captures sound from all directions, no off-axis coloration, used for round table discussions.

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Tube Microphone

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Provides warm, rich tones, uses vacuum tube circuitry, typically used in professional studios.

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