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directional microphone

American  

noun

  1. a microphone that has a greater sensitivity to sounds coming from a particular area in front of it: used to eliminate unwanted sounds.


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You might want to lay out another $190 to $290 for the Hero11 Black Creator Edition, which comes with extras including battery hand grip, directional microphone and lighting.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 2, 2022

No wonder, amid all the chatter and self-examination, Jesse so enjoys using Johnny’s directional microphone, sweeping it this way and that over beaches, in parks and on busy New Orleans streets.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 18, 2021

Microphone and 3.5mm headphone jacks are included, and a three-capsule directional microphone is built in with a windscreen included in the box.

From The Verge ● Jul. 27, 2021

But what about when somebody is buzzing over your home with a camera and directional microphone?

From Washington Times ● Jul. 11, 2016

A directional microphone hidden in the “O” in that sign would ultimately lead to Mr. Levy’s conviction on racketeering and extortion charges.

From New York Times ● May 27, 2010

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