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How To Use the Parabolic Microphone in Phasmophobia

by Emery Mar 05,2025

Master the Parabolic Microphone in Phasmophobia: A Comprehensive Guide

Phasmophobia offers a variety of ghost-hunting tools, and the Parabolic Microphone stands out as a particularly effective one. This guide details how to unlock and 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 an in-game purchase. Unlocking it involves reaching specific player levels:

  • Tier 1: Unlocked at Level 7.
  • Tier 2: Unlocked at Level 31; upgrade cost: $3,000.
  • Tier 3: Unlocked at Level 72; upgrade cost: $5,000.

Upgrades are purchased through the in-game shop. Remember that prestiging resets your level, requiring you to re-unlock each tier. You can equip up to two microphones regardless of team size.

Utilizing the Parabolic Microphone

Parabolic Microphone in use

Screenshot by The Escapist

Equip the Parabolic Microphone from the in-game truck's equipment wall after purchasing it. Activate/deactivate it using the appropriate button. Tier 3 includes a directional radar.

Parabolic Microphone radar

Screenshot by The Escapist

On larger maps, the Parabolic Microphone excels at pinpointing ghost locations by sound. It detects various ghost noises, including object interactions and vocalizations. It's also valuable for completing optional objectives involving ghost audio capture and identifying ghosts like the Deogen or Banshee through their unique sounds.

Conclusion

The Parabolic Microphone is a powerful tool in your Phasmophobia arsenal. By following this guide, you'll be well-equipped to leverage its capabilities for more efficient and successful ghost hunts. Consult The Escapist for further Phasmophobia guides and news.

Phasmophobia is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.