![]() Furthermore, due to absorption from the baffle, the signal at the left microphone will be weaker. But off axis sounds behave differently.įor example, a signal originating from the right will arrive at the right microphone an instant before arriving at the left microphone. Signals coming from straight ahead (or behind) will be registered identically by each mic. Also like humans, there is a “baffle” between the microphones that acts as a sound barrier and imparts directionality to the setup. ![]() Like the two human ears, the mics are placed about seven inches apart. In a nutshell, “binaural” microphone setups at least roughly simulate the human head. What is a “Binaural Microphone” and why do I record using one? ![]() Crown’s SASS microphones are no longer available, but you can go here for an excellent and highly informative article by recordist Vicki Powys that describes modified SASS setups as well as various homemade alternatives. Originally sold by Crown Audio, my SASS setups have been specially-modified to utilize super low-noise microphones. My preferred microphone setup (pictured) is referred to as a SASS, meaning “Stereo Ambient Sampling System.” Technically speaking, it is a “quasi-binaural” microphone design that produces a result that is nearly indistinguishable from binaural dummy-head mics. The majority of my nature soundscape recordings are made using a stereo/binaural microphone setup that yields rich and spacious soundscapes that are natural and full of depth, especially when listened-to using headphones or earbuds.
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