AUDIO TECHNICA ATM230 Hypercardioid Dynamic Instrument Microphone

The ATM230 hypercardioid instrument microphone brings a compact drum model to Audio-Technica’s popular Artist Series line. The mic’s proprietary capsule is designed to excel in high SPL applications, delivering full, well-rounded audio with an exceptional low-end. The hypercardioid polar pattern keeps the focus on the sound source, directionality that is aided by the mic’s low-profile design, which allows it to be placed in a wide variety of setups. All this makes the ATM230 ideally suited for miking toms, snare and other percussion instruments.

The ATM230 features rugged metal construction that stands up to the rigors of live and studio applications, and comes with an AT8665 drum mount and a protective pouch.

• Hypercardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source

• Handles very high SPL at close range

• Big, warm low-frequency response with excellent attack

• Low-profile design permits versatile placement around drum kit

• Rugged, all-metal design and construction for years of trouble-free use

• Includes AT8665 drum mount and a soft protective pouch

NEW Wider mounting base capable of accommodating a larger range of microphone stands. Even works with the LP Claw.

Specifically engineered for drum and instrument applications, the Beta 56A's compact, pivoting design makes it the ideal choice for these applications.

Its extremely uniform supercardioid pickup pattern provides high gain before feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted noise. A built-in dynamic locking stand adapter with an integral XLR connector simplifies installation. The stand adapter keeps the microphone securely in place, even if it is struck by a drumstick. Typical Beta 56A applications include close miking of tom-toms and other percussion instruments, as well as guitar amplifiers, brass instruments, and woodwinds.

• Built-in stand adapter with dynamic locking system and XLR connector simplifies setup and provides greater flexibility
• Uniform supercardioid pattern for high gain-before-feedback and superior rejection of off-axis sound
• Compact design reduces stage clutters
• Hardened steel mesh grille resists wear and abuse
• Neodymium magnet for high signal-to-noise ratio output
• Advanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibration
• Frequency response: 50 to 16,000 Hz

A high performance mini-condenser for sound reinforcement and recording. Great for instruments or drums. The ultra-uniform pickup pattern provides high gain before feedback and excellent rejection of unwanted noise.

Other features include:

• Mew A98D flexible drum mount
• SPL handling to 160dB
• frequency response of 20 to 20,000Hz and included preamplifier
• shock mount and windscreen

The supercardioid e 906 instrument microphone was especially designed for
guitar amplifiers, but it is also an excellent choice for percussion and brass
instruments.

Features
Lively, full sound
Very fast attack
Flat shape of microphone body perfect for guitar amps 
Three adjustable sound characteristics (bright, normal, smooth)
Hum compensating coil
Rugged metal body
Delivery Includes
e 906 microphone
MZQ 100 clamp
Pouch
User manual

Technical Data
Pick-up pattern  supercardioid 
Frequency response  40...18000 Hz 
Sensitivity in free field, no load (1kHz)  2,2 mV/Pa 
Nominal impedance  350 Ohm 
Min. terminating impedance  1000 Ohm 
Dimensions  55 x 34 x 134 mm 
Weight  140 g 

Precise artistic work deserves precise artistic craftsmanship. A classic by now, the CMS Series CK 1 capsule from AKG was a best seller from the moment it was launched in 1969. Comprising a range of interchangeable capsules and preamps as well as then innovative, dedicated accessories, the CMS Series from AKG quickly became a legend. It was discontinued in 1993. Responding to growing demand from recording engineers, AKG decided to produce the C 451 B with identical acoustical behaviour of the popular original C 451 EB + CK 1 microphone again, with dramatically improved specifications and outstanding price/ performance. The capsule of the new version is fixed permanently to the preamp to eliminate the mechanical problems of the screw joint. Using an extremely light diaphragm, the new C 451 B is almost totally insensitive to handling noise. An all-metal body provides excellent protection from RF interference and the microphone is rugged enough to give excellent results even under very harsh conditions.

The C 451 B is an excellent tool for accurately capturing signals rich in transients such as drums, overhead miking, or other instruments with a percussive sound. The airy sound, high overload limit of the capsule and electronic circuitry, and improved engineering details of the C 451 B are a solid foundation for creating another legend.

The matched pairs consist of two microphones that are within 1 dB to each other in sensitivity and also within 1 dB to each other in the range of 200 Hz to 15,000 Hz of the individual frequency response when used in cardioid mode and are selected from a large quantity of individual microphones using the described criteria by using a proprietary computer program.

Using this matched pair for stereo recordings utilizing various techniques will provide for a good and stable balance without frequency-dependent shifting of the stereo panorama.

The kit includes all the standard accessories of the individual package along with a stereo bar and proof of performance charts in an attractive carrying case (Soundtool case, middle size).

Features:

• Identical acoustics of the legendary CK 1.
• Rugged construction.
• Ruler-flat on-axis frequency response.
• Precise, nearly frequency independent cardioid.
• Extremely accurate signal transfer.
• Transformerless output stage for minimum distortion at low frequencies.
• Protected against electrostatic and magnetic interference.
• Selectable 10-dB and 20-dB preattenuation pads.
• Switchable highpass filter (75 Hz or 150 Hz, 12dB/octave).
• Operates on phantom power to DIN/IEC between 12 V and 48 V.
• Complete with SA 40 stand adapter and W 90 windscreen.
• Each microphone comes with its own individual frequency response plot.

Specifications:

• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency range: 20 to 20,000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 9 mV/Pa (-41 dBV)
• Max. SPL: 135/145/155 dB (0/-10/-20 dB) (k=0,5%)
• Equivalent noise level (CCIR 468-3): 29 dB
• Equivalent noise level: 18 dB-A
• Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted): 76 dB
• Preattenuation pad: 0 dB, 10 dB, 20 dB selectable
• Bass filter: Flat, 12 dB/octave at 75 or 150 Hz, selectable
• Impedance: 1000 ohms
• Supply voltage: 9 to 52 V phantom power to DIN 45596
• Current consumption:

• Frequency response shaped specifically for kick drums and bass instruments
• Built–in dynamic locking stand adapter with integral XLR connector simplifies setup, especially inside a kick drum
• Studio quality performance, even at extremely high sound pressure levels
• Supercardioid pattern for high gain before feedback and superior rejection of unwanted noise
• Hardened steel mesh grille that resists wear and abuse
• Advanced pneumatic shock mount system that minimizes transmission of mechanical noise and vibration
• Neodymium magnet for high signal–to–noise ratio output
• Low sensitivity to varying load impedance
• Legendary Shure quality and reliability