Microphones Flashcards
1
Q
What is a microphone
A
A microphone converts sound waves into an electric audio signal/current
2
Q
What does a ribbon mic use as a diaphragm
A
Aluminium foil
3
Q
What does a dynamic mic use as a diaphragm
A
Copper coil
4
Q
Briefly describe how a dynamic microphone works
A
Sound waves hit diagnoses fm causing coils to vibrate inside a magnet
5
Q
Briefly describe how a condenser mic works
A
Sound waves hit the diaphragm to vibrate against a back plate with capacitance storing electrical energy
