In audio, the output is always a reflection of your input. So lets make sure to input the right sound by choosing the right microphone. Come learn from Doug Gould, a veteran audio professional who worked for the leading microphone manufacturer for over a decade, and now spends his time investing in churches all across the world. This will be a beginner friendly class and for those who want to dive deeper into microphone technology.

Learning Objectives:

1. Learn that microphone choice and placement makes an enormous impact on your sound quality both positively and negatively.
2. Gain a fundamental knowledge of microphone types. polar/pick-up patterns, and some basic applications. Tips and things to avoid when using microphones.
3. Learn which microphones are best for specific instruments, uses and placements of your source.
4. Identify how to make the source sound as good as it can by tuning instruments, warming up voices and rejecting undesired sounds or reflections.

Workshop Segments

• Segment 1 – Intro of Sound Principles
• Segment 2 – Microphone Classifications
• Segment 3 – Phantom Power
• Segment 4 – Types of Microphones
• Segment 5 – Desired vs. Undesired Sound
• Segment 6 – Phase
• Segment 7 – Polar Patterns (Current Video)
• Segment 8 – Frequencies
• Segment 9 – Mic Placement
• Segment 10 – Listen