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What types of microphones are there?

2025-04-14

What types of microphones are there?

Microphones are also known as mic capsules, mic heads, transducers, sound pickups, and sound heads, etc. As we all know, the main function of a transducer is to convert sound into electricity; it is a key component of a sound system. So, what types of transducers are there? Regarding the current types of transducers, I have found six ways to classify mic capsules; the specific classification content is shown in the table below:

 

 

Transducer (Mic Capsule, Mic Head) Types
Classification Method Classification Type
Classification by Transduction Principle Amplitude Type Capacitive Type Carbon Granule Type Velocity Type
Classification by Sound Wave Reception Method Pressure Type Pressure Gradient Type / /
Classification by Directivity Unidirectional Bidirectional Omnidirectional /
Classification by Working Principle Dynamic Type Capacitive Type Piezoelectric Type Boundary Type
Classification by Application Broadcast and Conference Stage Performance Live Recording Professional Measurement
Classification by Channel Mono Stereo Surround Sound /

 

 

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