
ribbon microphone
A ribbon microphone captures sound using a thin metal ribbon suspended between two magnetic poles. When sound waves hit the ribbon, they cause it to move within the magnetic field, generating an electrical signal that replicates the sound. Known for their smooth, natural audio reproduction, ribbon microphones excel at capturing subtle details and are often used in studio recording for vocals and instruments. Their design makes them sensitive to certain directions of sound, providing a warm and full sound profile, but they can be more delicate than other microphones.