Using Parabolic Microphones for Broadcast Journalism

KLOVER MiK parabolic microphones
Broadcast Journalism

In broadcast journalism, capturing clean audio is everything — and getting a microphone on your subject is not always possible. KLOVER MiK parabolic microphones let reporters and news crews capture broadcast-quality audio from several feet away, with no need to clip a lapel mic to the interviewee.

The focused pickup pattern of a parabolic mic reduces crowd noise and ambient sound, letting your subject stand out clearly even in noisy environments. Unlike a lapel mic, the audio does not drop off when your subject turns their head. And unlike a shotgun mic, the pickup is wide enough to capture multiple speakers at once — ideal for press scrums and panel discussions.

Key Benefits

  • Conduct interviews without placing a mic on the subject
  • Conduct interviews without playing “microphone tag”
  • Audio quality comparable to a lapel mic from up to 6-8 feet
  • Minimal drop-off when subjects turn their heads
  • Directional pickup cuts crowd noise and ambient sound
  • Serves as a reliable backup for wireless mic failures on news desks

Which KLOVER MiK Model Is Right for Broadcast Journalism?

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KLOVER MiK 09

Strengths: The most discreet option, small enough to mount on a camera. Ideal for small press events or as a “backup” microphone for when wireless mics die on the news desks.
Limitations: Best for closer-range work (up to ~10 feet for best speech clarity). Slightly greater frequency bias.
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KLOVER MiK 16

Strengths: Greater range than the KM-09 while remaining portable. Ideal for outdoor press events and field interviews where you cannot get close to the subject.
Limitations: Its larger profile may be more noticeable in intimate interview settings.
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KLOVER MiK 26

Strengths: Maximum range for situations where the reporter must stay far from the subject (e.g., covering protests, press gaggles behind barriers). The lowest level of frequency bias.
Limitations: Size and weight make it impractical for run-and-gun journalism.
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Customer Stories

CBS Mornings Uses KLOVER MiK 09 to Build an Insert Studio

The CBS Mornings team used a KLOVER MiK 09 to build a Zoom-Room-based “insert studio” — used on premises when talent can't make it onto set. The production team was impressed with the ease of setup, the quality of the audio, and the hands-free operation.

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