Microphones and Theory

The Microphones and Theory Course will discuss the application, placement, and creative usage of microphones in music production environments. The course will include the evaluation of various environments both in studio and live-location production along with recommended microphone applications for each setting. Students will learn about microphone design theory, microphone polar patterns, and the recording process.

Course Outline

• Overview of Microphones Architecture and Varieties
• Microphone Polar Patterns
• Microphones and Measurements/Specifications
• Creative Microphone Applications
• Microphone Selection and Music Genres