The choice of microphone is crucial for capturing sound optimally. A good sound engineer knows how to select the type of microphone best suited to each situation. Here are the main microphones used in the studio and live.

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Dynamic microphones

Robust and versatile, the microphones dynamics withstand high sound pressures well. They are widely used on stage and for recording instruments amplified like the electric guitar or the drums.

The advantages:

• Sound resistance Intense
• Good quality/price ratio
• Low background noise

Some famous models:

• Shure SM57
• Sennheiser MD421
• AKG D112

Condenser microphones

The microphones at condenser capture sound with greater precision and detail. Preferred in the studio, they require a power supply Phantom.

The advantages:

• Grande sensitivity
• Faithful return of frequencies
• Adapted for voice and acoustic instruments

Some famous models:

• Neumann U87
• AKG C414
• Rode NT1-A
• ZP APX 207

The ZP APX 207 is a vintage microphone that is a faithful recreation of the Sony APX 207, the prototype of the Sony C800G made in 1992.

• The ZP APX 207 microphone is a tribute to the Sony APX 207, a rare and sought-after FET condenser microphone.

• Its unique ZP M7 capsule provides a linear frequency response, resulting in clear, natural sound, even close to the sound source.

• Its Audiophile PIO path therefore creates a rich and warm tube sound signature, without the drawbacks of traditional tube microphones, such as noise and maintenance costs.

These exceptional qualities make the ZP APX 207 ideal for professional mixing engineers, both for recording vocals and acoustic instruments.

Ribbon microphones

The tape ribbon microphones pick up sound in a natural way. They are widely used for acoustic instruments and vocals.

The advantages:

• Son warm and vintage
• Faithful sound capture stereo
• Extended frequency response

Some famous models:

• Royer R-121
• Beyerdynamic M160
• sE Electronics RNR1

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The ideal training to master these tools

To learn how to use all these microphones effectively, the sound engineer training of Sound Academy is ideal. On the program: sound recording, mixing, effects, mastering, etc. The best way to quickly become operational!

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