Contact microphones are commonly utilised in experimental music to capture vibrations from solid surfaces and objects, rather than airborne sounds. This allows us to hear subtle phenomena such as insect footsteps or the melting of ice.
In this workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of contact microphones, including their construction and optimal usage techniques. This workshop requires no previous audio experience but involves some soldering so is suitable for ages 10 and up.
Please bring objects to which you would like to have an extremely close listen.
All other materials will be supplied. You may want to bring your own soldering iron if you have one.
Don't miss a live performance by Victoria later that night 7.30pm, Miscellania, 2/401 Swanston St, Melbourne.