In radio protocols, what is the recommended microphone distance described as 'Keep lips off mic'?

In radio protocols, what is the recommended microphone distance described as 'Keep lips off mic'?

• A. 0-1 inches
• B. 1-2 inches
• C. 2-3 inches
• D. 3-4 inches

Answer: (B)

Keeping lips off the mic is about mic technique to control pops, plosives, and level consistency. At about one to two inches from the mic, you get a clean, strong signal without the heavy popping or bass boost that happens when you’re too close. If you go closer (zero to one inch), sharp pops and distortion from the proximity effect can creep in and levels become less stable. If you pull back too far (three to four inches), the voice sounds thinner, room noise rises, and you must push the fader harder, which can introduce more noise. So, one to two inches is the balanced sweet spot for clear, controlled radio sound.

Keeping lips off the mic is about mic technique to control pops, plosives, and level consistency. At about one to two inches from the mic, you get a clean, strong signal without the heavy popping or bass boost that happens when you’re too close. If you go closer (zero to one inch), sharp pops and distortion from the proximity effect can creep in and levels become less stable. If you pull back too far (three to four inches), the voice sounds thinner, room noise rises, and you must push the fader harder, which can introduce more noise. So, one to two inches is the balanced sweet spot for clear, controlled radio sound.