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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Example Sentences

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

“We can also use a directional microphone and record the vocalizations of individual bats.”

From New York Times

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

The specialist can activate the device’s directional microphone, which reduces sensitivity to sound behind you to allow you to focus on hearing what’s in front of you.

From Washington Post

“Being able to have a directional microphone makes a big difference,” Bloom says.

From Los Angeles Times