Choosing the Right Microphone for Radio Broadcast
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Posted: 12/22/2014
After you’ve assembled the necessary equipment to broadcast your signal through the airwaves, you can begin to pick and choose certain items that will enhance your broadcast. The most important component to ensure that your voice carries well through the airwaves is a microphone. But with so many types of microphones on the market, how can you know which will best suit your voice? When choosing a microphone, people often ask the question, “Which one is the best?” This question doesn’t have a definite answer because, while there are certainly microphones that are better than others (price is usually a good clue), different voices can benefit from different microphones. Also, while some microphones are high performers in one category, such as condenser microphones for recorded voice, they can be poor performers in another category, such as condenser microphones for miking the live sound of a loud electric guitar amplifier. One helpful thing to consider as you begin searching for a microphone is frequency response. That is, you should find out what ranges of frequency a microphone is suited for in order to find the best one for your needs. For instance, a large diaphragm microphone is engineered to pick up lower frequencies like a deep male voice, a bass guitar, or a bass drum. A smaller diaphragm microphone is designed to pick up high frequencies, such a female voice, the shiny, shimmering sound of cymbals, or the clear high tones of an acoustic guitar. So, essentially, the best microphone is the one that is designed to pick up the frequencies you’ll be putting out and one that you can use with minimal technical problems. When all other factors are equal, you should choose the microphone that requires the simplest setup to enable you to record quickly and easily. If you can “plug and play,” you’ve found the right microphone. Whether you’re looking for a microphone to complete your radio broadcast setup, or you’re starting from scratch and need to assemble all of the necessary components, contact the experts at Progressive Concepts today to choose from a wide selection of the best equipment for setting up and producing a professional radio broadcast.
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Posted: 08/17/2017
If you own a BW Broadcast original TX series FM Transmitter or V2 FM transmitter and need to have it repaired, Progressive Concepts can repair it for you.
Simply call Progressive Concepts to obtain an RMA number. It's that easy!
Once we...
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Posted: 06/06/2017
We are often asked "How far will my 100 watt transmitter go?".
This question does not have a simple answer. WHY? Because there are so many factors that will determine how far your transmitter will go that there is no single answer to...
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Posted: 06/06/2017
Many customers are afraid to buy an FM antenna that has a negative gain. They seem to feel that they are losing power. Nothing could be further from the truth!
In this article, I will use our PCP1 circularly polarized FM antenna as an...
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Posted: 06/06/2017
Overtime, pressure grew for a solution to allow community organizations the power to broadcast their message locally over the radio. As a result, the FCC began granting licenses to non-profit organizations that allows them the right to broadcast FM...
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Posted: 06/06/2017
Periodically, the FCC opens the door for new applicants to take a shot at getting a license to run their own station. These applications are only available for non-profit and community organizations. For more detailed information on when and how you...
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Posted: 06/06/2017
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Posted: 06/06/2017
If you’ve already reviewed the application process, your next step would be fundraising. Fundraising is a great way to gauge community interest and spread the word about the future of your station. Not to mention, it’s essential for...
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Posted: 06/06/2017
The leading one-stop resource for obtaining equipment, as well as assistance with setting up a professional broadcasting studio, is Progressive Concepts. Progressive Concepts offers complete equipment packages containing everything you need to start...
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Posted: 03/29/2017
The Numark MP103USB CD Player is perfect for use in Radio Broadcasting. The MP103USB has all the features needed by todays demanding radio DJ's. Furthermore, the MP103USB is rugged in design so that it lasts under the rigors of constant use.
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Posted: 08/11/2016
Formula to figure ERP of an FM Antenna
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Posted: 09/28/2015
Those who have an interest in operating a low power FM or LPFM radio station, either on behalf of a company, institution, or for personal use, are often intimidated by the prospect of assembling all of the necessary equipment and sending sound...
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Posted: 08/27/2015
Whether you are a radio broadcasting hobbyist, or a full time disc jockey/talk show host, nothing is more crucial than your radio transmitter. Other components found within this industry such an amplifier, oscillator, modulator, power supply,...
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Posted: 07/21/2015
If you’re like many people, when you think of the difference between AM and FM radio, you might say, “Well, AM is mostly talk radio and FM is mostly music.” While this is somewhat true (there are exceptions with both),...
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Posted: 05/15/2015
Imagine being able to send out music and thoughts through energy, electrons and radio waves. An FM antenna does just that. Antennas are sometimes called an aerial. You see antennas every single day of your life. They are built into our cell...
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Posted: 04/08/2015
Why would someone want to host their own LPFM or low power FM radio show? The answer is simple. Hosting an LPFM low power radio show is a wonderful way to promote a business, a cause, or to inform those in your community about a...
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Posted: 03/16/2015
Emergency Messaging systems were once very expensive, but they have become much more affordable in recent years. They offer many benefits to radio stations, and now, more than ever, DASDEC systems are affordable for even the smallest radio...
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Posted: 02/19/2015
Every sound engineer has had to deal with telephone lines at one time or another. Linking the phone conversation to an audio system when taking calls at a radio studio can be accomplished via telephone hybrids such as the JK Audio AutoHybrid....
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Posted: 01/20/2015
In previous posts, we’ve outlined the equipment you need to get your low power FM radio station up and running. But before you start purchasing the different pieces of your broadcast puzzle, you should first understand the function of each...
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Posted: 11/20/2014
Out of all the equipment needed for radio broadcasting, there is no piece more important than the FM radio broadcast transmitter or FM Transmitter. Sure, the microphone picks up your voice, the audio processor makes it sound better, and the...
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Posted: 10/21/2014
So you’ve been dreaming about running your own radio station, and you have a good idea of what you will broadcast, but how do you know exactly what equipment you’ll need? While there are endless bells and whistles you can purchase...
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Posted: 10/08/2014
Are you passionate about radio and dream of one day running your own station? Well, your dream is not a distant reality. There are a lot of resources available to help you get started, and the equipment required is more accessible than...
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