Part three of our three part series on microphone basics. In this episode, Chris Lyons talks about microphone directionality, both unidirectional and omnidirectional.

Part two of our three part series on microphone basics. In this episode, Chris Lyons talks about the frequency response of a microphone, both flat and shaped.

Part one of our three part series on microphone basics. In this episode, Chris Lyons talks about the transducer found inside of any industry standard microphone, dynamic or condenser.

Ever wanted to know the difference between sound isolation and noise cancellation? In this episode, along with guest Chris Lyons, we explore the characteristics of both technologies, complete with real world audio samples.

We take a look at the history and technology of the legendary SM57 and SM58 microphones in this episode. A few highlights from the show include: the "drop test" and a testimonial from devoted SM58 user Henry Rollins. Tim Vear from Shure's Applications Department is our guest.

In this episode, we explore Shure's earphone technology and the features of the Shure SE Earphone line. Sean Sullivan, Associate Product Manager of Earphones, is our guest speaker on this topic.

In this episode we discuss common techniques for stereo miking. Spaced pairs, X-Y pairs, and Mid-Side arrangements are reviewed along with audio samples and illustrations showing set-up. For more information, download the Shure booklet "Microphone Techniques for Music - Studio Recording" at www.shure.com/ProAudio/TechLibrary/EducationalArticles.

The first in a series of reports detailing the latest developments about the FCC "White Spaces" and Shure's efforts on Capitol Hill. Host Cory Lorentz is joined by Shure's spokesperson on this issue, Chris Lyons, for an introduction on what the white spaces are, the affect it may have on wireless technology and what can be done to influence the decisions being made by the FCC. Stay tuned for more developments in future episodes.

We caught up with KT Tunstall when she came through the Nashville area during her tour to support her debut release Eye To The Telescope. A few of the highlights are featured here, including KT's unique microphone technique using her SM58 in the studio and on tour. For the complete story, be sure to check out the Winter 2007 issue of On Tour with Shure in the archives section on the shure website.

Tim Vear from Shure's Applications Engineering department can talk wireless with the best of them. In this installment, Tim shares his knowledge of wireless technology and television airwaves... past, present and future.