What's the real difference between a dynamic and a condenser mic? Spoiler: it's not just about one being better for stage and another being the best choice for studio. 🎤 A dynamic microphone has a diaphragm with a coil attached to it which is wrapped around a magnet. Sound waves make the coil move in the magnet's magnetic field creating an electrical current. 🎙 A condenser microphone has a diaphragm, back plate, and amplifier. Sound waves change the space between the diaphragm and back plate,