What Microphone do I need?

Date added: 4/12/2022
Microphones come in all shapes and sizes. The most popular is a handheld microphone, used by singers, presenters, interviewers, and the list goes on!
If you’re hosting a conference or award ceremony however or having a group panel discussion, you might need something a little different, say a Gooseneck Lectern Mic, or a lapel mic.
With all these styles to choose from it may seem difficult to find the correct one!
But don’t worry, we’ve compiled a summary of each of our microphones so you can decide which one suits you best.
4 panelists sat on a stage with a table and cloth saying aesthetica on it. A projector screen is behind them. They are all using headset microphones.

MICROPHONES EXPLAINED

 

The most important element is to think about the number of speakers, the size of the venue and how many are in the audience.

Information such as room size, number of speakers, content type (monologues, panel discussion, talks etc),

live music, and awards announcements, are all vital information for us to find the perfect fit for your event.

 

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HANDHELD WIRELESS MICS

These microphones are excellent for dynamic speakers who are going to be moving about the space, or for audience Q&A sessions where the microphone needs to be passed around multiple speakers.

The wireless option can also be useful for limiting the amount of cabling running to the speaking area. A wireless mic can also be used to add a polished stamp to live performances and talks, elevating professionalism.

HEADSET MICS

Having a headset instead of a handheld or clip-on microphone can offer peace of mind to the wearer and is great for lectures, talks or panel discussions. The microphone quality is often higher due to the mic being closer to the mouth without risks of audio dipping in volume when the wearer turns their head or adjusts their clothing.

GOOSENECK MIC

We would use our Gooseneck microphones for a slick look on lecterns and can even be attached to a round base mic stand for speakers who do not wish to have a lectern.

HANDHELD WIRED MICS

Having wired mics can be beneficial in a secure sense, the signal is going directly into the desk or stagebox with no loss of signal which might occur with RF microphones (wireless) if the signal is interrupted and drops out.

LAPEL MICS

Lapel microphones are useful for a more discrete look and can blend into clothing without being too intrusive. Lapel microphones can also be used in our Mic balls for an exciting twist in question time.

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