Which Is Best? A Dynamic Microphone or A Condenser Microphone? (page 2)
It's Up to You
Regardless of which operating principle you choose, knowing the strengths and weaknesses of each type helps with an informed decision. Ultimately, your microphone collection will likely include a mix of different types, each with a specific job to do. And don't forget the sound. No two microphones are created equal. The difference in sound quality between a $100 mic and a $150 model could be dramatic. So, in the end, read the reviews, compare the features and specifications, but also trust your ears. Odds are, if you like the sound, others will too.
Contributing Editor Hal Robertson is a digital media producer and technology consultant.
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Dynamic Overload
I once worked in a church where they had 25 identical Shure SM-58s. That's it. What do you do with that? It's a great mic for speaking and singing - even some instrument application - but good grief! Twenty-five? If that happened today, I would immediately sell some off on eBay and use the money to add some condensers to the mix. Variety means options, and there is only so much you can do with an SM-58. That situation may have scarred me for life. I own only four SM-58s today and don't get them out very often.
