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Owner’s Manual

OverviewHookupConnecting

to a

Computer

TutorialsTechnical

Information

Troubleshooting

and Warranty

Software: Virtual StudioLive

SL Remote,

and Studio One Artist

Tutorials 5

Tutorials

Microphone Types 5.1

5.0 Tutorials

5.1 Microphone Types

The AudioBox 22VSL and AudioBox 44VSL work with most types of

microphones, including dynamic, ribbon, and condenser microphones.

5.1.1 Condenser

Condenser microphones generally capture sound with excellent ﬁdelity and

are among the most popular microphone choices for studio recording and,

increasingly, for live performance as well. Condenser microphones require a

power source, which can be provided by a small battery, an external power

supply, or phantom power, which is usually provided by a mixer, preampliﬁer,

or direct (DI) box. Phantom power is sent over the same mic cable that carries

the audio signal; the term derives from the fact that there is no visible power

cord, and the voltage is not perceptible in the audio path. The AudioBox

22/44VSL sends 48 VDC phantom power from the XLR inputs only.

5.1.2 Dynamic

Dynamic microphones are possibly the most widely used microphone type,

especially in live shows. They are relatively inexpensive, resistant to physical damage,

and typically handle high sound-pressure levels (SPL) very well. Unlike condenser

microphones, most dynamic microphones do not require a power source.

Dynamic microphones, especially ribbon microphones, tend to generate low output

voltages, so they typically need more preamp gain than condenser microphones.

Ribbon

Ribbon microphones are a special type of dynamic microphone and

get their name from the thin metal ribbon used in their design. Ribbon

microphones capture sound with very high ﬁdelity—especially higher

frequencies. However, they often are very fragile (many newer models

are less so) and typically cannot handle high sound-pressure levels.

Most ribbon microphones do not require phantom power. In fact, unless a

ribbon microphone speciﬁcally calls for phantom power, sending phantom

power to a ribbon microphone can severely damage it—usually beyond repair.

5.1.3 USB Microphones and Other Types

Many microphone types are available, and as technology evolves, it is likely

that more will be developed. One type of microphone to emerge recently is the

USB microphone. These may be dynamic or condenser mics, but many of them

have built-in preamps and need drivers to work with computers. Because a USB

microphone is, in eﬀect, an audio interface, we recommended that you not use

them with the AudioBox 22/44VSL, as the likelihood of conﬂicting drivers is great.

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