Mic for measuring road noise/audio calibration

[NoncarbonatedClack]

I'm looking to reduce road/wind noise in my car primarily, but also would like to improve my audio setup.

When looking at REW and MiniDSP's website, it looks like there are a couple different types of mics I could use.
with the UMIK-1 or UMIK-2 being omni-directional, are these ideal for both uses? I see them referenced online for tuning the audio system, but would they be fine for general noise reduction?

It seems like they would be fine (or even ideal) but I'm just getting started with this and don't want to get the wrong mic! I see there are mic arrays as well, so it's a little confusing.

I am reading through the Automotive Tuning guide on MiniDSP's website, and they mention both omni-directional and mic arrays being applicable

 

[NoncarbonatedClack]

Bump for visibility

 

[ddude003]

Welcome!!!

You might look into something like butyl-based vibration-damping mat (60% to 70% surface coverage is usually sufficient) paired with a mass-loaded vinyl (MLV) barrier blocks low-frequency road rumble...
I used MLV under the carpet of my 1994 RX-7 FD Touring to reduce road noise and it did a really good job... I also used MLV in my DIY Bass Absorbers which also did wonders for my listen Room...
I always recommend some physical trapping and/or absorption before any DSP... And your mileage may vary...

 

[NoncarbonatedClack]

Welcome!!!

You might look into something like butyl-based vibration-damping mat (60% to 70% surface coverage is usually sufficient) paired with a mass-loaded vinyl (MLV) barrier blocks low-frequency road rumble...
I used MLV under the carpet of my 1994 RX-7 FD Touring to reduce road noise and it did a really good job... I also used MLV in my DIY Bass Absorbers which also did wonders for my listen Room...
I always recommend some physical trapping and/or absorption before any DSP... And your mileage may vary...

Thanks!

And like a goofball, I left the most important part out of my OP!

I'm looking at a mic because I want to get a baseline on what the car is like before any changes, again mainly for wind noise initially. I'll be spreading this project out over time so I want to try to quantify my changes with measurement data, rather than rely on ears and memory.

I'm definitely looking at MLV, just not yet. I have some butyl rope to fill some gaps between metal panels, and I have some wiring tape stuff to wrap/secure wires and connectors. Starting small

Nice on the RX-7! Definitely iconic, must be a fun drive.
I'm working on a 2016 Subaru WRX STI.

 

[ddude003]

I would suggest a miniDSP UMIK-1 or a Umik-2 to use for measurements... Its not much difference if you are just getting started measuring your kit...