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Microphone sensitivity

A specification relating microphone output voltage to a stated sound pressure.

In practice

Use it with source level, preamp noise, maximum SPL, placement, and gain requirements.

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Sources

  1. Audio Systems Guide for Theater Performances · Shure

Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.

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