For anyone entrenched in the high-energy world of fitness instruction, one tool stands out as indispensable – the headset microphone. Crucial for delivering crystal-clear guidance over bustling gym environments, these microphones, like your own body, need attentive care to stay at peak performance. But how do you ensure the longevity of a device that accompanies […]
Estimated Reading Time: 11 Minutes Microphones are a cornerstone of achieving accurate, outstanding audio no matter what your project. That’s why safeguarding your mic performance is so paramount to the success of your overall audio, and why proper maintenance (such as handling, cleaning, and storage) is key to ensuring your mics continue to make you […]
If you own a microphone, it’s essential to store it correctly when not in use. Proper storage can help prolong the life of your microphone and ensure it continues to function correctly for years to come. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some tips on how to store a microphone when not in use. 1. […]
The Difference Between Cleaning And Sanitising We know what you’re thinking: Isn’t cleaning and sanitising the same thing? The short answer is no. The longer answer is below. Cleaning Microphone cleaning is usually a surface level type of clean. It involves mostly just wiping away debris, grime, dirt, and even sweat/saliva that has accumulated on […]
Podcasts have become a popular way to consume content, whether for entertainment, education, or both. A big part of what makes podcasts so great is that they’re usually free and easy to find online. And, with the rise of smartphones, podcasts are more portable than ever. But, in order to create a podcast, you need […]
Singing with a microphone is slightly different to singing without one. You need to avoid feedback, muffling, and distracting noises, and understand where to hold the mic to get the best effect. It’s almost a whole new skillset on its own! Here are “5 Tips To Improve Your Microphone Technique” so that your next performance […]
Equalisation (EQ) refers to the adjustment of the relative levels of different frequencies within an audio signal. Whilst EQ is unlikely to make a poor mic sound good, it can make a good mic sound better, particularly if adjusted for each user: And a bonus tip: The voice range does not include very low and […]
Here are Seven Tips on Handling the Microphone at an Event Properly…
A crucial step in setting yourself up for success as a voice actor is ensuring that you choose the right microphone for your voice. Once you’ve settled on the best microphone for your voice (and for your wallet) you want to make sure that you care for and preserve your microphone so that you can get the […]
How to get the best performance from a microphone Getting the best performance from a microphone is essential to the success of a presentation or speech, to clearly communicate the message and to engage the audience. How ToAV talks to Eddy Brixen of DPA Microphones about microphone techniques, correct choice of microphone and loudspeaker equipment and voice […]
