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Self Noise is one of the important specifications when evaluating a microphone, because no one wants noise in a recording to affect the music. Particularly with quiet sound sources or recordings that require a high level of cleanliness, a microphone’s noise level can directly affect signal placement and the ability to control the signal in the studio.

What can technical specifications tell us about a microphone? Is it possible to choose the right microphone simply by comparing datasheets or looking at frequency response graphs? Or is listening still the best approach? Both measurement and real world experience play an important role in evaluating microphone quality.

Max SPL (Maximum Sound Pressure Level) is a specification commonly found in microphone technical specifications. However, there is still some confusion about what this value means. Max SPL is not the maximum sound level a microphone can withstand before being damaged, but rather the maximum sound pressure level a microphone can handle before distortion begins to occur.

Microphones often specify whether their output uses a transformer balanced or transformerless design. So, what do these two designs mean, and how do they affect the sonic characteristics of a microphone? The following article explains the principles of balanced signal transmission, the role of the transformer, and the differences in sound between the two designs.

Frequency response is one of the most common specifications when learning about microphones, as it is directly related to sound. However, what does a frequency response graph actually tell us about a microphone’s sonic characteristics, and what are the things that this graph cannot represent?

The Neumann MCM provides a compact microphone solution for close miking acoustic instruments in live performance environments. Paul Gatehouse, a British sound designer and music mixer, shares his real world experience with the MCM, focusing on its natural sound, versatility, and secure mounting system.