Music Tech & Production - Microphone Quiz

What kind of microphone is this?

• Dynamic

• Condensor

• Ribbon

Which of the following is not a type of microphone?

• ribbon

• dynamic

• handheld

• condenser

Which of the following is NOT a type of wireless microphone?

• gain control

• lavelier

• handheld

• headset

A dynamic microphone is

• cheap & breakable

• cheap & durable

• expensive & breakable

• expensive & durable

A ribbon microphone can pick up ______ sound but can be __________.

• terrible sound, transported easily

• great quality sound, easily broken

Dynamic mics are best used for:

• MIDI sounds

• Drums

• Speaking & podcasts

• Guitars

What is the disadvantage of using dynamic microphones?

• Does not pick up subtle sounds, they are not as sensitive as other mics

• they require phantom power

• Does not feedback as much as other mics

• None of the above

Feedback happens when the microphone is amplifying the sound of the ______.

• Person

• Dogs

• Speaker

• Audience

What are some advantages of a condenser mic? Select all that apply.

• Record sound as well as the natural ambiance/acoustics of a room

• Able to record sounds from a greater distance.

• Not expensive

• They respond faster and are more precise

What is the part of the microphone that is able to turn sound waves into an electrical signal?

• Reciever

• Transducer

• Diaphragm

• Grille