You can best compare a directional microphone with a kind of binoculars. Directional microphones make it possible to hear sounds from a great distance. You can then amplify the sound that is being picked up. That way you will hear even better what is being said. Sounds that are recorded can often be recorded on a recording device to listen back later. Do you want to listen to someone inside? Then it is best to use a wall microphone. In this article you will discover what exactly both directional and handheld microphones are intended for and how you can use them.
Use directional microphone
You may have seen a directional microphone in a series or film. Because directional microphones are used in many different ways, it can be confusing what is and is not possible. With a directional microphone, for example, it is not possible to listen to what is being said in a home or car. A directional microphone can pick up sound that is perceptible and subsequently amplify it. With directional microphones that use a laser or infrared, it is possible to monitor conversations behind glass. However, keep in mind that these types of directional microphones are very expensive and often work together with a computer, for example. To use this type of directional microphones, a decent set-up is required.
Use wall microphone
Do you want to listen to someone in a building? Then it is better to use a wall microphone. With a wall microphone it is possible to listen in on a building. A wall microphone is placed directly on the wall and can then amplify the sound received. In this way it becomes clear what is being said on the other side.
Order a directional or wall microphone directly
If you want to listen through the wall, this wall microphone may be interesting. This wall microphone can listen through fairly thick walls and can filter human voices, so it is possible to hear exactly what is being said. What is special about this wall microphone is that the quality is exceptionally good, this cannot be compared with Chinese counterfeiting. Do you want to use a directional microphone for distances up to 100 meters? Then this directional microphone is interesting. Bear in mind that obtaining evidence through a directional microphone is often not possible, as this is a serious violation of privacy. If you want to use a directional or wall microphone, it is best to first engage a lawyer. This can assess whether the use of a directional or wall-mounted microphone is permitted. We cordially invite you to one of our showrooms or to talk to you personally! Reach us by telephone and e-mail via +31 (0) 306303631 or [email protected]
