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Dynamic microphone
A dynamic microphone is usually robust and well suited to louder sources or live-style recording situations.
Level relevance: introduced at Nat 4; tagged for every later level where the same concept remains useful.
Explanation
Dynamic microphones are often used on loud sound sources such as guitar amplifiers, snare drums, and some live vocals. They are generally less sensitive than condenser microphones, which can make them useful in noisier or less controlled spaces. The choice between dynamic and condenser types depends on the source, room, and intended sound.
Topics
RecordingHardwareMicrophone technique
Curriculum statussupporting vocabulary
Review statusdraft