When designing a microphone assembly the other day, I reached for an electret condenser microphone capsule without thinking. To be strictly accurate I ordered a pack of them, these small ...

These mics may need to be positioned closer to your mouth. On the other hand, condenser microphones are more sensitive and should be positioned further from your mouth to avoid distortion ...

First, let’s talk about the tech. Specs listed for all mics can often be “generous,” and let’s face it, a spec doesn’t really give you a real impression of the sound. This is a condenser mic, so it ...