Parts of a Microphone

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Across
  1. 3. this turns the microphone signal on or off easily
  2. 6. the metal connector at the end of the microphone cable-it's inserted into audio equipment
  3. 8. the core component of a microphone where sound is first captured
  4. 11. thin wires that connect internal components inside the it.
  5. 14. helps manage and balance the microphone’s electrical signal before it leaves the microphone. It adjusts the voltage and impedance so the signal can travel through cables without losing quality.
  6. 15. an important part of dynamic microphones. It creates a magnetic field around the voice coil
  7. 16. a small coil of wire attached to the diaphragm
Down
  1. 1. a foam cover placed over the microphone grille to reduce wind noise and breathing sounds
  2. 2. this secures the microphone onto a stand
  3. 4. this carries the electric audio signal from the microphone to other audio equipment
  4. 5. the internal connection point for the microphone cable. It usually has three pins that transmit the audio signal in a balanced format.
  5. 7. the metal, mesh covering at the top of the microphone
  6. 9. this is where the microphone connects to the cable
  7. 10. a thin, flexible membrane that reacts to sound waves
  8. 12. this supports the microphone and holds it in a fixed position
  9. 13. the main outer casing of the microphone