User Manual Handbook Microphone Handbook. Volume 1. Theory

Brüel & Kjær A/S, 2019. — 155 p.It gives an insight into the theory behind the development of microphones and preamplifiers and explains the terminology used to describe these products. The aim of this volume is to promote a full understanding of measurement microphones and to provide sufficient background information for customers to get the best out of these products. bout the microphone products which are most suitable for their measurement requirements. These products are described in detail in more specific literature, such as Volume 2 of this handbook and in product data sheets. Chapter 1 gives a brief history of microphone development at Brüel&Kjær and provides an insight into the research and development invested in microphone products. An overview of the production of microphones is also given. Chapter 2 gives a general introduction to microphone theory and explains the decisions that are made about the design and construction of microphones. Chapter 3 provides more detailed information about the characteristics of microphones with the aim of allowing an informed view on the specifications applied to microphone products. Chapter 4 introduces the main characteristics of preamplifiers and explains the categories of information given in Volume 2. Chapter 5 provides information on the selection criteria commonly used to identify the most suitable microphone for different applications and also the most applicable accessories that should be used. Chapter 6 discusses the requirement for the calibration of microphones and offers an overview of calibration methods.