Which microphone type can have adjustable sound capture patterns?

The adaptive microphone is specifically designed to modify its sound capture patterns based on the surrounding environment or the user's preferences. This type of microphone can adjust its sensitivity and directionality in real-time to optimize sound capture in various settings, allowing for a more personalized audio input experience. This adaptability is particularly beneficial in situations where the ambient noise levels may vary or when the user wants to focus on a specific sound source while minimizing background noise.

In contrast, omnidirectional microphones capture sound equally from all directions but lack the ability to adjust their pattern. Directional microphones are designed to focus on sound from a specific direction but typically have a fixed pattern that does not adapt. Automatic microphones may incorporate some level of adjustment but do not specifically focus on adapting sound capture patterns in the interchangeable manner that adaptive microphones do.