HANDHELD/STAND CARDIOID CONDENSER MICROPHONE
• Introductory studio-quality microphone
• Condenser design for studio-quality
• Extended response for smooth, natural sonic characteristics
• Rugged all-metal construction
• Battery/phantom operation for maximum versatility
• Soft-touch finish reduces mechanical noise
A price/performance leader, the MB4k cardioid condenser microphone is the Midnight Blues Series’ introductory studio-quality microphone.
With a condenser design for studio vocal and instrument applications, the microphone features: battery/phantom operation; rugged all-metal construction; soft-touch finish; extended response for smooth, natural sonic characteristics; corrosion-resistant contacts from gold-plated XLRM-type connector; on/off switch.
Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 80 – 20,000 Hz
Open Circuit Sensitivity Phantom: -46 dB (5.0 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa – Battery: -48 dB (3.9 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa
Maximum Input Sound Level: Phantom: 137 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D. – Battery: 125 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
Dynamic Range: Phantom: 113 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL – Battery: 101 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
Phantom Power Requirements: 11-52V DC, 2 mA typical
Battery Type: 1.5V AA/UM3
Battery Current/Life: 0.4 mA/1200 hours typical
Switches: On/off
Weight: 182 g
Dimensions: 8.10” (205.7 mm) long, 1.64” (41.7 mm) head diameter
Output Connector: Integral 3-pin gold-plated XLRM-type
Accessories Included: AT8405a stand clamp for 5/8”-27 threaded stands; 5/8”-27 to 3/8”-16 threaded adapter; battery; soft protective pouch
