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How To Use the Parabolic Microphone in Phasmophobia

Author : Aaliyah Feb 26,2025

Master the Parabolic Microphone in Phasmophobia: A Comprehensive Guide

Unlocking the power of the Parabolic Microphone in Phasmophobia significantly enhances ghost hunting. This guide details how to unlock and effectively utilize this crucial piece of equipment.

Unlocking the Parabolic Microphone

Three tiers of Parabolic Microphones in Phasmophobia

Parabolic Microphone in the shop in Phasmophobia

The Parabolic Microphone is optional equipment, requiring specific levels to unlock. Reach Level 7 to purchase the first tier from the in-game shop. Subsequent upgrades unlock at Level 31 ($3,000) and Level 72 ($5,000). Remember, prestiging resets your progress, requiring you to unlock each tier again. You can equip up to two microphones, regardless of party size.

Using the Parabolic Microphone

Using the Parabolic Microphone

Screenshot by The Escapist

Equip the Parabolic Microphone from the truck's equipment wall before each investigation. The Tier 3 version includes a directional radar.

Parabolic Microphone Radar

Screenshot by The Escapist

On larger maps, the Parabolic Microphone excels at pinpointing ghost locations through sound cues – object throws, door movements, or vocalizations. It's also crucial for completing optional objectives requiring ghost voice recordings. Specific ghosts, like the Deogen or Banshee, produce unique sounds only detectable with this microphone, aiding in identification.

Conclusion

Mastering the Parabolic Microphone is key to efficient ghost hunting in Phasmophobia. Consult The Escapist for further guides and updates on Phasmophobia, including achievements and trophy unlocks.

Phasmophobia is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.

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