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Hypercardioid microphone

A highly directional microphone pattern with tighter side rejection and a larger rear lobe than supercardioid.

Reviewed

A highly directional microphone pattern with tighter side rejection and a larger rear lobe than supercardioid.

Use cases

  • Aim precisely, control rear sound, and monitor performer movement through the pickup pattern.

Setup

  • Confirm the intended use, inspect the equipment, and coordinate placement with the responsible department.

Safety notes

  • Use only within manufacturer ratings and the production safety plan.

In practice

Aim precisely, control rear sound, and monitor performer movement through the pickup pattern.

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