Parabolic Microphone Unlocks Ghost Busting Secrets

Author : Ryan Feb 25,2025

Unlocking and Utilizing the Parabolic Microphone in Phasmophobia

The Parabolic Microphone is a valuable tool in Phasmophobia, aiding in ghost hunting. This guide details its acquisition and effective use.

Unlocking the Parabolic Microphone:

Three tiers of Parabolic Microphones in Phasmophobia

Parabolic Microphone in the shop in Phasmophobia

This optional equipment isn't initially available. Unlocking requires reaching specific player levels:

  • Tier 1: Level 7
  • Tier 2: Level 31 ($3,000 upgrade)
  • Tier 3: Level 72 ($5,000 upgrade)

Purchase upgrades through the in-game shop. Note that prestiging resets your level, requiring you to re-unlock each tier.

Using the Parabolic Microphone:

Parabolic Microphone in use

Screenshot by The Escapist

Equip the Parabolic Microphone from the truck's equipment wall before each investigation. Tier 3 includes a directional radar. Activate/deactivate using the appropriate button.

Parabolic Microphone radar

Screenshot by The Escapist

Its primary function is sound detection on larger maps, pinpointing ghost activity (e.g., object throwing, voice). It can also fulfill optional objectives requiring ghost voice recordings and identify ghosts like the Deogen or Banshee through their unique audio signatures.

Mastering the Parabolic Microphone enhances your ghost-hunting capabilities in Phasmophobia. Consult The Escapist for further game guides and news.

Phasmophobia is available on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.