Understanding Microphones Quiz

Which type of microphone uses a thin, light diaphragm that moves in response to sound pressure?

• Dynamic

• Condenser

• Ribbon

• Carbon

What is the polar pattern of a microphone that picks up sound equally from all directions?

• Cardioid

• Supercardioid

• Omnidirectional

• Figure-8

Which microphone type is known for its durability and is commonly used for live vocals?

• Condenser

• Dynamic

• Ribbon

• Laser

What polar pattern picks up sound from the front, and rejects sound from the rear?

• Omnidirectional

• Cardioid

• Bidirectional

• Shotgun

Ribbon microphones are known for their:

• High SPL handling

• Durability

• Warm sound characteristics

• Low cost

Which polar pattern is best suited for minimising sound at the sides?

• Omnidirectional

• Cardioid

• Supercardioid

• Bidirectional

Condenser microphones require what to operate?

• Phantom power

• Dynamic power

• Battery power

• No power

Which microphones do not require external power for operation?

• Dynamic

• Condenser

• Ribbon

Which type of microphone uses a coil of wire moving in a magnetic field to generate an audio signal?

• Ribbon

• Condenser

• Dynamic

• Shotgun

Which polar pattern would be best for capturing the reverberation in a space?

• Cardioid

• Omnidirectional

• Bi-Directional/Figure-8