hagai loyewski wrote:
> i've got a "uni-directional mic DM-20SL2 - IMP.600
I'm not certain, but I think the microphone is made
by Wharfedale. The DM stands for "Dynamic Microphone."
The IMP.600 means "600 ohm impedance." The S may mean
that the mic has an on/off switch.
Taking the leap of faith that Wharfedale is the
manufacturer...
The Wharfedale DM2.0 microphone is designed for use in a loud
environment where you want to reject the sounds coming from everywhere
except directly in front of the mic. So it would be a good choice for
a loud instrument like a drum, for a singer in a band, or perhaps for
a DJ at a nightclub. It might work well for someone who needs to
address a crowd while reducing the chance of feedback from the PA system.
These mic characteristics are generally not what you'd want if you're
interested in nature recording. A mic that is more sensitive and that
captures a wide field would be more useful. A mic like the Wharfedale
DM2.0 might be very useful in situations where the mic could be placed
very close to a relatively loud subject, like a woodpecker rapping on
a tree trunk.
For recording bird song, most people here recommend recording in
stereo so the context of the bird's singing is captured. The result
is a more natural sounding recording.
--oryoki
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