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FUNCTIONALD
ESCRIPTION
Polarity pattern:
Cardioid
Cardioid microphones are unidirectional microphones with a cardioid polar pattern, which means a
higher sensitivity to sounds coming from the front and, on the contrary, a minimum sensitivity to sounds
coming from the rear, where a gradual attenuation takes place.
This heart shape is obtained by leaving the diaphragm free at the front and building acoustic labyrinths
at the back.
Cardiod microphones offer the best frequency response at mid frequencies. The bass is more dispersed,
while the high frequencies become more directional.
As the cardioid mic can reach a preferred angle of 181°, they are ideal for general sound pick-up from a
frontal point of view. In addition, cardioid mics support spaced sources, unlike two-way mics.
One thing to note about cardioid mics, however, is that feedback can occur if there is a rear-firing
oudspeaker.
Cardioid polarity pattern is recommended for use in podcasting, streaming, voice recording, etc.
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