Trivia Quiz On Microphone Techniques For Recording!

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What kind of microphone is being described in the above circuit diagram?

Dynamic
Condenser
Ribon
PZM

Correct Answer

A. Condenser

Explanation

The correct answer is Condenser. In the given circuit diagram, the microphone is described as a condenser microphone. Condenser microphones use a capacitor to convert sound waves into electrical signals. They are known for their high sensitivity and wide frequency response, making them suitable for capturing vocals and acoustic instruments in professional recording studios.

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Having an engineer move a microphone around and another engineer the studio listening to the sound of the microphone is a recognized technique for finding?

The spot mic
The sweet spot
The culmination point
Standing waves

Correct Answer

A. The sweet spot

Explanation

The technique described in the question, where one engineer moves a microphone around and another engineer listens to the sound, is commonly used to find the "sweet spot." The sweet spot refers to the optimal position where the microphone captures the best sound quality and balance. By experimenting with different microphone placements and having another engineer listen to the sound, they can determine the sweet spot that produces the desired sound for recording or broadcasting purposes.

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Which of the following statements is true?

A dynamic microphone usually has a larger frequency response than a condenser microphone
A condenser microphone is suitable for sounds with a high SPL
Dynamic microphones are typically more delicate than condenser microphones
A condenser microphone is normally more dynamically sensitive than a dynamic microphone

Correct Answer

A. A condenser microphone is normally more dynamically sensitive than a dynamic microphone

Explanation

A condenser microphone is normally more dynamically sensitive than a dynamic microphone. This means that a condenser microphone is able to capture a wider range of sound levels, from very soft to very loud, with greater accuracy and detail. Dynamic microphones, on the other hand, are generally less sensitive and are better suited for capturing loud sounds, such as live performances or instruments with high SPL (sound pressure level).

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5.

In relation to the stereo Mic Technique AB, which of the following statements is true?

AB is completely mono compatible
AB's stereo width can be manipulated by the position of the microphones
AB has the diaphrams close together
AB is a coincident pair

Correct Answer

A. AB's stereo width can be manipulated by the position of the microphones

Explanation

The correct answer is "AB's stereo width can be manipulated by the position of the microphones." In the AB stereo mic technique, two microphones are placed apart from each other, typically at a distance of around 3 feet or more. The stereo width, or the perceived width of the soundstage, can be adjusted by changing the distance between the microphones. If the microphones are placed closer together, the stereo width will be narrower, and if they are placed farther apart, the stereo width will be wider. Therefore, the position of the microphones can indeed manipulate the stereo width in the AB technique.

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6.

What are the specifications for ORTF?

110 degrees, diaphrams 17 cm apart
90 degree, diaphrams 17cm apart
110 degrees, microphone mid point 17cm apart
90 degrees, microphone mid point 17cm apart

Correct Answer

A. 110 degrees, diaphrams 17 cm apart

Explanation

ORTF is a stereo recording technique that uses two microphones positioned at a specific angle and distance to capture a realistic stereo image. The correct answer is 110 degrees, diaphragms 17 cm apart. This means that the two microphones should be placed 17 cm apart from each other and angled at 110 degrees from each other. This arrangement helps to create a wide stereo image with good separation between the left and right channels.

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Which of the following microphones required phantom power?

SM58
SM57
B2 Pro
D112

Correct Answer

A. B2 Pro

Explanation

The B2 Pro microphone requires phantom power.

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8.

The image above demonstrates what type of mic-ing technique?

Spot Mic-ing
Ambient Mic-ing
Direct Injection
XY

Correct Answer

A. Spot Mic-ing

Explanation

The image above demonstrates spot mic-ing technique. Spot mic-ing involves placing a microphone close to a specific sound source to capture its audio. This technique is commonly used in live sound reinforcement and recording situations where it is important to isolate and amplify or record a particular sound source with clarity and precision.

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A:B: In relation to frequency response diagrams A & B which of the following statements is true?

A is likely to be a condenser, whilst B is likely to be a dynamic
A is likely to be a dynamic, whilst B is likely to be a condenser
Both A & B are likely to be condenser microphones
Both A & B are likely to be dynamic microphones

Correct Answer

A. A is likely to be a condenser, whilst B is likely to be a dynamic

Explanation

The answer suggests that microphone A is likely to be a condenser microphone, while microphone B is likely to be a dynamic microphone. This is because the question is about frequency response diagrams, and condenser microphones are known to have a flatter frequency response compared to dynamic microphones. The answer is based on the general characteristics and performance of these two types of microphones.

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Which of the following statements is NOT true?

Hyper-Cardiod picks up sound as prominently from the front as it does from the back
Any polar pattern will vary depending on frequency
Figure of 8 uses two diaphragms, one of which is phase flipped
Theoretically, omni-directional is equally sensitive along a 3 dimensional plane

Correct Answer

A. Hyper-Cardiod picks up sound as prominently from the front as it does from the back

Explanation

The hyper-cardioid polar pattern is known for being more sensitive to sound from the front and less sensitive to sound from the back. This means that it does not pick up sound as prominently from the back as it does from the front.

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Which of the following statements are true

AB is completely mono compatible
ORTF is completely mono compatible
XY is completely mono compatible
MS is completely mono compatible

Correct Answer

A. MS is completely mono compatible

Explanation

The MS (Mid-Side) technique is the only one among the options that is completely mono compatible. This technique involves using two microphones, one capturing the mid or center signal and the other capturing the side or stereo width signal. When the side signal is removed, the remaining mid signal is identical to a mono recording. This makes MS recordings compatible with both stereo and mono playback systems. On the other hand, AB, ORTF, and XY are stereo recording techniques that may not translate well to mono playback due to phase cancellation or loss of spatial information.

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Which of the following polar plots are accurate for the MS mic technique?

M: Cardiod, S: Cardiod
M: Omnidirectional, S: Figure of 8
M: Figure of 8, S: Cardiod
M: Figer of 8, S: Hyper-Cardiod

Correct Answer

A. M: Omnidirectional, S: Figure of 8

Explanation

The correct answer is M: Omnidirectional, S: Figure of 8. This means that for the MS mic technique, the main microphone (M) should have an omnidirectional polar pattern, while the side microphone (S) should have a figure of 8 polar pattern. This combination allows for capturing a wider stereo image and better phase coherence between the two microphones.

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Which Mic technique is represented in the image above? (look carefully)

AB
XY
ORTF
MS

Correct Answer

A. ORTF

Explanation

The image above represents the ORTF microphone technique. ORTF stands for "Office de Radiodiffusion Télévision Française," which is a French broadcasting organization. This technique involves using a pair of cardioid microphones spaced 17 cm apart and angled at 110 degrees. The ORTF technique is known for its ability to provide a wide stereo image and good localization of sound sources.

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Trivia Quiz On Microphone Techniques For Recording!

What voltage is required for phantom power?

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What kind of microphone is being described in the above circuit diagram?

Having an engineer move a microphone around and another engineer the studio listening to the sound of the microphone is a recognized technique for finding?

Which of the following statements is true?

In relation to the stereo Mic Technique AB, which of the following statements is true?

What are the specifications for ORTF?

Which of the following microphones required phantom power?

The image above demonstrates what type of mic-ing technique?

A:B: In relation to frequency response diagrams A & B which of the following statements is true?

Which of the following statements is NOT true?

Which of the following statements are true

Which of the following polar plots are accurate for the MS mic technique?

Which Mic technique is represented in the image above? (look carefully)