Dbfs sensitivity

1. What is a good mic sensitivity in dB?
2. Is higher sensitivity better for microphones?
3. What does microphone sensitivity mean?
4. What is audio sensitivity?

What is a good mic sensitivity in dB?

Most analog electret and MEMS microphones have sensitivity between –46 dBV and –35 dBV (5.0 mV/Pa to 17.8 mV/Pa). This level is a good compromise between the noise floor—which can be as low as 29 dB SPL for the ADMP504 and ADMP521 MEMS microphones—and the maximum acoustic input—which is typically about 120 dB SPL.

Is higher sensitivity better for microphones?

Sometimes a lower sensitivity microphone is better, and other times, a higher sensitivity microphone is better. Low sensitivity mics are generally better for recording isolated, loud sounds. High sensitivity mics are generally better for recording ambient, quiet sounds.

What does microphone sensitivity mean?

Microphone sensitivity is the measure of the microphone's ability for converting acoustic pressure into an electric voltage. The higher the sensitivity, the less pre-amplification required to bring the sound to a useable level on the mixer channel. The less the sensitivity, the greater the pre-amplification required.

What is audio sensitivity?

Auditory sensitivity occurs when individuals experience sensitivity to certain sounds or frequencies. Often these individuals notice sounds or audio that others don't. Typically, their brain perceives auditory sensory sensations more intensely than others.