M-Audio Aries Handheld Condenser Microphone
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Cardioid polar pattern. Wide frequency response. Internal shock mount.
Overview
The Aries is a professional condenser microphone designed specifically to capture live vocals with the highest quality. While condenser microphones offer much better responsiveness than dynamic mics, they are usually confined to the studio because their sonic sensitivity is accompanied by handling sensitivity. Now M-Audio's proprietary internal shock-mounting technology allows the Aries to deliver studio fidelity while minimizing handling noise and standing up to the rigors of the road. The cardioid capsule with 6-micron evaporated gold diaphragm and integral pop filter also rejects background sound for clarity and minimal feedback while handling the high SPLs of concert situations. Why settle for the average sonic quality of a dynamic on stage when you can have the superior quality of a condenser?
Features
Studio-quality cardioid design
3/4 in. diameter 6-micron evaporated gold diaphragm
Cardioid pattern rejects background sound
Warm-sounding solid brass capsule
Internal shock mounting minimizes handling noise
Internal pop filter minimizes wind and breath noise
20Hz-20kHz frequency response
Class A FET electronics
3-pin XLR (phantom powered)
Includes case and hard mount
Features
Studio-quality cardioid design
3/4 in. diameter 6-micron evaporated gold diaphragm
Cardioid pattern rejects background sound
Warm-sounding solid brass capsule
Internal shock mounting minimizes handling noise
Internal pop filter minimizes wind and breath noise
20Hz-20kHz frequency response
Class A FET electronics
3-pin XLR (phantom powered)
Includes case and hard mount
Specs
Type: hand held mic, small diaphragm condenser
Polar pattern: cardioid
Frequency response: 20Hz -- 20kHz
Sensitivity: 13.8 mV/Pa (-37dBV re 1V/Pa)
Max. SPL for 0.5% THD: 134dB SPL
Equivalent noise level: 17dB A-weighted
Output impedance: 200 ohms
Recommended load impedance: > 1,000 ohms
Preamp topology: class A FET, transformerless
Power requirement: 48 V phantom power
Connector: 3-pin male XLR
Dimensions: 40 mm (1.57 in.) diameter, top grille, 168 mm (6.60 in.) long
Weight: 260 g (9.2 oz)
Package: Aries microphone in zipper bag and hard mount packed in color cardboard box
Polar pattern: cardioid
Frequency response: 20Hz -- 20kHz
Sensitivity: 13.8 mV/Pa (-37dBV re 1V/Pa)
Max. SPL for 0.5% THD: 134dB SPL
Equivalent noise level: 17dB A-weighted
Output impedance: 200 ohms
Recommended load impedance: > 1,000 ohms
Preamp topology: class A FET, transformerless
Power requirement: 48 V phantom power
Connector: 3-pin male XLR
Dimensions: 40 mm (1.57 in.) diameter, top grille, 168 mm (6.60 in.) long
Weight: 260 g (9.2 oz)
Package: Aries microphone in zipper bag and hard mount packed in color cardboard box
Reviews
Submitted February 9, 2006
"do you need the Aries sound or the Aries looks?"
Sound
It sounds really clean & good. I gave about 30% gain to record hot signals.
Features
Has an inbuilt pop-filter which is effective.
Comes with a clip for standard mic stands.
Value
its really worth the cost !
The Wow Factor
its not sexy.. its weird..
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