Which type of microphone captures sound equally from all directions?

The omnidirectional microphone is designed to capture sound from all directions equally. This means that it picks up sound both from the front and behind the microphone, making it ideal for situations where the sound source may move around or for recording multiple sound sources in a space. Its ability to capture ambient noise and provide a more natural sound experience is useful in environments like interviews or group discussions where the speakers are not fixed in one location.

In contrast, the unidirectional microphone is specifically designed to capture sound primarily from one direction, which is effective for isolating a subject while minimizing background noise. Dynamic and condenser microphones refer to the technology used in their construction rather than their directional characteristics, with dynamic microphones generally being more robust and better for high sound pressure levels and condenser microphones known for their sensitivity and accuracy, but they can also be unidirectional or omnidirectional.