This condenser microphone is renowned in recording studios and live applications around the world as an exceptional mic. State-of-the-art components have been carefully selected to provide optimal neutrality, accuracy and extremely low distortion.
Directional pattern - Cardioid
Principle of operation - Pressure gradient
Cartridge type - Pre-polarized condenser
Frequency response - 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Effective frequency range, ±2 dB, at 30 cm (11.8 in) - 40 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity, nominal, ±2 dB at 1 kHz - 10 mV/Pa; -40 dB re. 1 V/Pa
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted - Typ. 18 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 20 dB(A))
Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4 - Typ. 25 dB (max. 27 dB)
Distortion, THD < 1% - 136 dB SPL RMS, 139 dB SPL peak
Dynamic range - Typ. 121 dB
Max. SPL, THD 10% - 159 dB SPL peak
Switchable attenuator, filters etc. - 0 dB / -20 dB
Rated output impedance - 200 Ω
Minimum load impedance - 2 kΩ
Cable drive capability - 100 m (328 ft)
Output balance principle - Impedance balancing with Active Drive
Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR) - > 60 dB
Power supply (for full performance) - P48 (Phantom Power)
Current consumption - 2.8 mA
Connector - XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase
Color - Matte black
Weight - 158 g (5.6 oz)
Microphone diameter - 19 mm (0.75 in)
Capsule diameter - 19 mm (0.75 in)
Microphone length - 170 mm (6.7 in)
Maximum output voltage, RMS - 8 V
Polarity - +V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure
Temperature range -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F)
Relative humidity (RH) - Up to 90%
Matching tolerance (frequency response and sensitivity) ±1 dB
Phase deviation for kit < 10°
