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When considering whether or not to use a microphone isolation shield, there are some specific things about your environment and your recording process to take into account. There are arguments for both sides of this debate, but are microphone isolation shields truly worth investing in and using? Like a great many questions we tackle here, the answer is…it depends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re recording in a space that already has great sound treatment, then you more than likely will not need the additional measure of fitting your microphone with an isolation shield. However, in less ideal settings, they can be an exceptional tool for making better recordings. <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Okay, so we have established that isolation shields can, in fact, benefit you, but to what extent and what sort of factors does one need to consider when purchasing one? We’ve put together a few questions below, which you are probably itching to know the answers to, so let\u2019s take a look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What do microphone isolation shields do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What you want from a microphone isolation shield is a filter that will reduce the amount of external noise or room ambiance and decrease any potential wave reflection from bouncing off of surfaces. This device is supposed to improve the overall sound quality and ensure cleaner and crisper sounding vocals by isolating the microphone from the environment in which you are recording.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The surfaces of isolation shields are covered in dense acoustic materials that help to dampen and soak up any potential sound wave reflections. This will ensure that all potential unwanted noise is removed from the equation. So, you’re left with a dry recording that is blemish and color-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In essence, microphone isolation shields cut down on sound bouncing around the room you are recording in.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Noise in your environment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
You have likely encountered noise problems with your vocal recordings at one time or another. Most of us have. It can be highly frustrating when you’re trying to create the perfect vocal piece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n