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by Freddy Gerngross ·Posted
Of all the terms we use to define microphones, "parabolic" isn't one that often comes up in conversation. But what is a parabolic microphone? How do they work and what are they used for? If you're curious to learn the answers to these questions—or if you just want to know why broadcast crew members are always holding those big plastic domes on the sidelines of professional sporting events—then you've come to the right place. What are Parabolic Microphones? Unlike other descriptors (dynamic, ribbon, etc.), the word "parabolic" does not refer to