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PoducateMe: Practical Solutions for Podcasting in Education

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The omnidirectional polar pattern

Bidirectional

Also known as a “figure of eight” microphone, these mics capture sounds equally

from the front and back. These microphones can be used to record a conversation

between two people sitting across from each other when a second mic cannot be

used in the setup.

The bidirectional polar pattern

Hybrids

Some microphones, such as the Studio Projects B3 ($159.95), feature a switch the

user can manipulate to change the polar pattern of the mic. In a sense, this hybrid

capability allows the microphone to serve as three instruments in one. Depending on

your needs as a podcaster, you may or may not have a use for this feature.

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