Should mics be in front or behind speakers?

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Feedback is most likely to occur when a microphone is in front of the loudspeaker. You can reduce the likelihood of feedback by placing the speakers ahead, toward the audience, of the microphone.

Can you use speakers and microphone?

Speakers can be used as a microphone, and there is no problem with reliability or damage because a speaker is designed to absorb a lot of electrical power from an amplifier. Since a microphone does not take power, you can’t overheat it.

How far should Mic be from speakers?

about 6-12 inches
Your mic should be as close to your mouth as possible in order to only pick up the sound of you voice, and not the other sounds of the room. A good rule of thumb is to have the mic positioned about 6-12 inches away from your mouth.

How far should mic be from speakers?

Can audio feedback damage speakers?

What is microphone feedback? Feedback is that ringing tone, it varies from a low rumble to a high screeching noise – it is not only annoying, but it can also cause damage to your sound system or ears.

Where should microphone speakers be placed?

Perform either of the following:

1. Position the speaker in front of the performer pointed at the audience. This arrangement has the mic and the speaker ‘looking’ in the OPPOSITE direction, AWAY from each other.
2. Position the speaker in front of the performer, pointing at the performer.

Can Speakers damage microphones?

False. Generally it is not at all likely that a loud sound will damage a microphone. A dynamic microphone can handle levels above 150dB SPL. That’s not a volume that can be achieved short of shoving a microphone into the exhaust of a jet engine.

Where do you put a microphone?

Microphone placement

1. Place the microphone element to the side of your mouth to avoid noise from breathing.
2. Keep the microphone element about an inch from the side of your mouth, but not touching it.
3. Make sure the front of the microphone points toward your mouth.
4. Position the headset consistently every time you use it.