In accordance with the BTEC National Diploma Audio Engineering 1 assignment I have chosen to compare 2 different types of microphone (one for home broadcasting, and one for live vocal performance, and 2 different types of ...
Microphones
A microphone is a essentially a transducer that converts sound into an electrical signal.
Audio Technica AT2020 USB
Condensor Microphones are
typically used for Radio Broadcasting (although Ribbon Microphones are sometimes used). The Microphone below is the Audio Technica AT2020 USB - A mic that is generally used for cost effective home applications such as podcasting and broadcasting.
Having a USB output makes setting up your own home studio even more cost effective. Due to this cable connection, the AT2020 USB can plug straight into a home computer without the need of a mixing desk or interface (unlike the XLR AT 2020 couterpart).
The Shure SM58 is the industry standard Dynamic microphone for live vocal performances in today's music industry.
