Media Lab Quiz (Mics & Recording)

What is the Shure SM-58 microphone best known for?

• A) It's fragile and breaks easily.

• B) It's strong, reliable, and works great for voices.

• C) It's only used for instruments.

• D) It's very hard to use.

What kind of microphone is the Shure SM-58?

• A) Dynamic Microphone

• B) Condenser Microphone

• C) Wireless Microphone

• D) Lavalier Microphone

What are dynamic microphones known for?

• A) Being tough and great for loud sounds.

• B) Breaking easily.

• C) Only being used in studios.

• D) Needing batteries to work.

Why is the Zoom R4 recorder great for making pro-level recordings?

• A) It lets you record multiple sounds at the same time and keeps them separate.

• B) It’s super small and easy to lose.

• C) It only records one sound at a time.

• D) It can’t be used outside.

What’s the highest audio quality the Zoom R4 can record in?

• A) 24-bit/96kHz (very clear and detailed sound)

• B) 8-bit/22kHz (old video game sound)

• C) 16-bit/44.1kHz (like a CD)

• D) 32-bit/192kHz (super high quality, but too much for most things)