What are the differences between microphone transducer types (stereo, binaural, electret, condenser, dynamic)?
There are two principal types of transducers used in mics: dynamic and condensor. Dynamics are often favored for miking individual instruments because they add a favorable color to the sound. Condensor mics are generally more accurate than dynamic and are preferable for audience recording. Modern condensors use an “electret” design which enables the mic to operate from a low voltage which can be supplied by an internal battery or by an external power supply or by certain mic preamps. By contrast dynamic mics need no power source.
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