What is a condenser microphone?

2025-04-15


A condenser microphone, also known as an electret microphone, has a core component called a capsule, which consists of two thin metal films. When sound waves cause these films to vibrate, the varying distance between them changes the capacitance, generating an electric current. Condenser microphones typically require 48V phantom power and a microphone preamplifier or mixing console to operate. They are characterized by high sensitivity and directivity.

Condenser microphones, also known as electret microphones, have a core component called a capsule, which consists of two thin metal films. When sound waves cause these films to vibrate, the varying distance between them changes the capacitance, generating an electrical current. Condenser microphones typically require 48V phantom power, a microphone preamplifier, or a mixing console to operate. They are characterized by high sensitivity and directivity.

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