Zoom Like You Mean It, Pt. II: Audio Technique
Blog post from Mux
When using a microphone, understanding how it works is key to minimizing issues like echoes, plosives, sibilance, and vibrations. A dynamic microphone like the Samson Q2U can help with these problems by reducing the impact of air on the diaphragm. Pointing the microphone at the corner of your mouth instead of directly into it can reduce plosives, while angling it to speak across it rather than into it can minimize sibilance. Moving the microphone off-axis and off-angle can also help with both issues. Additionally, being mindful of typing on your keyboard, putting down your coffee cup lightly, and not kicking your desk legs can significantly improve audio quality. By following these tips and understanding how microphones work, individuals can achieve high-quality audio for teleconferences, podcasts, and other low-impact audio applications.