You can capture a ton of electronic sounds you can't perceive with your own ears with the help of a special mic.
Understanding EMF Mics
Electromagnetic Field Microphones (EMF) are microphones that capture sounds made from electricity so we can hear them and record them ourselves. They’re great for recording anything electrical (of course), household appliances, and any of your friends’ gizmos. Anything that draws power might make a sound, so feel free to experiment! Here are some of the sounds I've captured with mine that you can have:
Tips & Tricks for Recording
Here’s what to look out for if you do purchase one:
Problem: Ear fatigue from high frequencies and really loud sounds
Fix: Turn your gain lower than usual when recording these sounds and take frequent breaks
Problem: LOM’s EMF mic being out of your price range
Fix: In this case, just reach for Clippy’s $20 EMF mic which I have! It works great.
In Closing
I will be releasing an album exclusively of new EMF recordings shortly. Follow me on social media for updates!
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