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How many microphones do you use for video production?

How many microphones you will need will vary based on how many things you need to record. You will need 1 LAV mic for each person being recorded, sometimes 1 BOOM mic (to cover them all) and at least 1 STEREO microphone (for ambient audio).

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Microphone Requirements for Recording

The quantity of microphones required depends on the specifics of the recording session. Below is an outline of the types of microphones you might need:

LAV Mic: One per person being recorded.
BOOM Mic: One to cover all participants (and an operator).
STEREO Microphone: A minimum of one for capturing ambient sound.