Olympic Films and Nazi Era

Where was Georg Neumann born?

Chorin, Germany

What was the primary instrument for capturing the utterances of talkers and musical performances during the 1920-1930 period?

microphone

What is the microphone considered to be in the process of reproducing sound to the intended listener?

the first encountered element or interface

Who is credited with developing the first electrostatic microphone?

E.C. Wente Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary concern of Western Electric in microphone technology?

dynamic (moving-coil) devices Signup and view all the answers

What were the performance characteristics of the CMV 3 condenser microphone?

measured 9cm in diameter, approximately 40cm high and weighed in at nearly 3kg (6.6lbs) Signup and view all the answers

Which company was given the marketing rights for the Neumann microphone?

Telefunken Signup and view all the answers

What microphone did the films from the 1936 Olympics in Berlin use?

CMV 3 microphones Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the Neumann factory in Berlin in 1943?

It was destroyed by Allied bombing attacks Signup and view all the answers

What capsule did Neumann develop during the Gefell days?

M 7 capsule Signup and view all the answers

What microphone had the greatest influence on the development of modern studio-microphone technology?

U 47 microphone Signup and view all the answers

Where are Neumann microphones currently produced?

Sennheiser plant in Hannover, Germany Signup and view all the answers

What was Neumann's most significant contribution to modern technology?

The development of the nickel-cadmium battery Signup and view all the answers

Where were the STABILYT cells manufactured?

Heilbronn, Germany Signup and view all the answers

Who did Neumann sell the patent of the gas-tight nickel-cadmium accumulator to?

Deutsche Edison Accumularoren DEAC Signup and view all the answers

What was one of Neumann's early innovations in the recording industry?

Neumann developed a variable direct drive using an electric motor as a direct extension of the turntable spindle. Signup and view all the answers

What were some of the improvements made to the Neumann recording lathe?

Improvements in materials and procedures were adapted to provide stereo recording and LP (long-play) recordings. Signup and view all the answers

What significant contribution did Neumann make to modern technology?

Neumann developed a process for manufacturing nickel-cadmium batteries, which are essential for many modern electronic devices. Signup and view all the answers

When did Sennheiser Electronic GmbH & Co. assume control of Georg Neumann GmbH?

Sennheiser Electronic GmbH & Co. assumed control of Georg Neumann GmbH on January 1, 1991. Signup and view all the answers

What are polar patterns in microphones?

Polar patterns refer to the directionality of microphones and how they pick up sound. Signup and view all the answers

What is a cardioid pickup pattern?

A cardioid pickup pattern captures sound in front of the microphone and offers rejection in the rear. Signup and view all the answers

What is an omnidirectional microphone?

An omnidirectional microphone picks up sound equally from all directions: in front, behind, and from the sides. Signup and view all the answers

What is a modeling microphone?

A modeling microphone is a type of microphone that allows you to use software to emulate the sound and character of a variety of classic microphones. Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of modeling microphones?

Some examples of modeling microphones are Slate's ML-1 condenser mic and Townsend Labs Sphere L22. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of practice in recording music at home?

Practice is important in recording music at home because it helps you become familiar with the tools, techniques, and the craft of recording. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a pop filter?

The purpose of a pop filter is to reduce plosives, or popping noises caused by puffs of air when making P and B sounds. Signup and view all the answers

What is stereo mic’ing?

Stereo mic’ing is a technique that involves using two microphones to capture sound, preferably of the same make and model, to add depth and space to a recording and broaden the frequency range. Signup and view all the answers

What is the spaced pair method in stereo recording?

The spaced pair method is a simple technique for stereo recording where two microphones are set to cardioid or omni and positioned at the same angle, height, and distance from the sound source, roughly three to ten feet apart. Signup and view all the answers

What is the 3:1 rule in stereo mic’ing?

The 3:1 rule is a guideline in stereo mic’ing that states the second microphone should be placed three times the distance from the first microphone as the first microphone is from the sound source. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three basic types of microphones?

Dynamic, condenser, ribbon Signup and view all the answers

What is the default pickup pattern of dynamic microphones?

Cardioid Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between large diaphragm condenser mics (LDCs) and small diaphragm condenser mics (SDCs)?

LDCs have a bigger capsule and capture more low-end, while SDCs tend to be more accurate and produce more neutral and natural-sounding recordings. Signup and view all the answers

What is the proximity effect in microphone recording?

The proximity effect refers to the increase in low frequencies when a microphone is placed closer to the sound source. Signup and view all the answers