Subwoofers like most audio equipment work in a unique way. Therefore, it’s always important to know how they exactly work so we don’t face any problems while using them. In this post I’m going to discuss whether it’s possible to power a subwoofer without an amplifier. I chose this topic because I’ve seen it in […]
Why Do Subwoofers Have Holes?
Subwoofer designs are different and unique. These days you’ll find most subwoofers with hole-like designs on them. This seems odd at first encounter especially for those that do not know why those holes exist on the sub. I’m therefore going to explain what these holes on a sub are meant for and what they actually […]
Can I Put A Router On Top Of A Subwoofer?
Knowing how to handle audio equipment is of vital importance because it is mostly delicate. Granted some gear can withstand some mishandling but it’s generally a good practice to handle everything with care. Subwoofers are important because the drive low end sounds that provide the needed bass in any setting. It’s not always ideal to […]
What Mic Does Drake Use?
Drake is one of the biggest hip-hop artists in the world right now. For the average person or fan, the actual music he puts out as the final product is the only thing of interest. However, for people that are audio or sound engineers, knowing the process involved in crafting the music is also of […]
What Mic Did Michael Jackson Use?
Michael Jackson is one of the best musical artists to ever live. As audiophiles we obviously dig even deeper to discover how Michael went about creating his music. With such deep analysis we often times find ourselves with so many questions. One of the questions that I run into often is “What mic did Michael […]
What Is The Best Frequency Response For A Sub-woofer?
Understanding speakers doesn’t only mean knowing how they work when they’re hooked up to your gear. As an audiophile it also means understanding speaker specifications. Subwoofers for example have various specifications that one need be aware of before purchasing them. In this post I’m going to discuss frequency response with regard to subs. Frequency response […]
What Is The Shotgun Microphone?
There are different kinds of microphones out there that perform different functions. It’s always good to understand what a specific mic does so that you use it in accordance with its application. If you’re involved in the world of audio production you’ve probably come across what are called Shotgun Microphones. This post is going to […]
Are Condenser Mics Good For Choirs?
Condenser microphones are the widely known microphone type for capturing vocals. Most people that work in audio production work that involves getting a clean and flat vocal signal almost always go for this type of microphone. With that said, can a condenser mic be the appropriate microphone for a choir? In this post I’m going […]
What Type Of Microphone Is Usually Best For Recording Dialogue?
There are different microphones available on the market today that all have their own unique application. For example, dynamic microphones are used as stage microphones and condenser microphones are known for their use in music recording studios for capturing vocals etc. But have you ever wondered what kind of microphone is used in movies to […]
What Microphone Do Most News Anchors Use?
We’ve all at one point or another sat down to watch the news. News anchors usually have microphones that they speak into in order for the listener to get them clearly. I was going through a music production forum online and I saw an interesting question inquiring into the kind of microphones that news anchors […]