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リボンマイク

Meanings

1

noun

ribbon microphone

A type of microphone that uses a thin metal ribbon as its diaphragm; known for warm, natural sound.

スタジオではリボンマイクを使つかってボーカルを録ろく音おんした。
In the studio, we recorded the vocals using a ribbon microphone.

Written forms

リボン・マイク
- リボンマイク
  Variant with interpunct; less common but still seen.
- リボン・マイク

Similar words

コンデンサーマイク
A condenser microphone uses a capacitor to convert sound, while a ribbon microphone uses a thin metal ribbon. Ribbon mics are often prized for their smooth, vintage character.
ダイナミックマイク
A dynamic microphone uses a moving coil and is generally more rugged; ribbon microphones are more delicate and sensitive.

Etymology

Loanword from English 'ribbon microphone'.