Polar Pattern (microphones)
Polar Pattern (microphones): Refers to the sensitivity of a microphone to sound coming from a given direction. Common patterns include Cardioid, Omnidirectional, and Shotgun patterns. [ Audio Glossary ]
Omnidirectional
Subcardioid
Cardioid
Supercardioid
Bi-directional or Figure of 8
Hypercardioid
Shotgun
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