![]() ![]() My personal preference goes to dynamics, with a few exceptions. The microphones are available with dynamic or condenser elements. Handhelds can be placed in a pulpit stand-this works until the presenter steps back and the channel volume tanks.ĭespite the drawbacks, handhelds can be the perfect microphone for anyone who knows how to use them. Public speaking is among the top fears of many people, and what do people do when they are nervous? They fidget with their hands. The use of wireless handhelds can be detrimental to the service because presenters can accidentally turn them off. ![]() How many times have presenters dropped the microphone to their side or accidently hit it on the pulpit? Lest we not forget the times they start with the microphone at their mouth and it ends up by their navel. The biggest problem with a handheld is relying on the presenter to use it properly. In the case of wireless handhelds, like the Sennheiser ew935, they work for presenters and they're great for passing around the congregation, such as for prayer requests. Wired handhelds, like the Shure SM58, are go-to microphones for situations where the church can't afford going wireless. It's up to the audio tech to decide which type of microphone will accomplish that goal. Each has the same purpose in the church environment: get the message heard clearly and consistently. Each type of microphone has its benefits but they also have their shortcomings. These headsets would soon be commonplace in churches because, unlike lavaliers, they'd pick up every word. January 12, 1999, brought us Britney's breakthrough album and shortly thereafter, she was performing everywhere and using a headset microphone prominently displayed in her concert photos. As long as the microphone was clipped in the right spot and the pastor didn't move his head too far left or right, the audio signal stayed strong and he could use both hands. Then came wireless technology and lavalier microphones were like manna from heaven. And if they held the microphone in the right place, the congregation could hear every word they said. They worked without worry of dead batteries or RF interference. The early days of church audio saw pastors using wired handheld microphones. The trick is knowing which is best for your pastor. It happens whenever a pastor utters the words, “I'm not using a Britney microphone.” Headset, lavalier, and handheld microphones all have their place in church audio production. Headset microphone, image courtesy of Sennheiser.īritney Spears is responsible for the greatest tragedy in church audio production. ![]()
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