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The sweet spot: get the most out of your microphones by identifying and taking advantage of their best potential performance. (Sound Advice).

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| December 01, 2001 | Robertson, Hal | COPYRIGHT 2001 Videomaker, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Athletes know there is a special place on their weapon of choice (golf club, racquet or bat) where they get the most control and power from their swing. They call it the "sweet spot." In the same way, your audio weapons (we call them microphones) also have sweet spots -- best positions or applications that will yield the highest quality audio for your video shoot. Let's look at the four major types of microphones and how to find the sweet spot. Optimum microphone positioning and aim, regardless of the mike type you use, is key in attaining excellent audio for your video project.

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