The Sontronics Apollo is an active stereo ribbon mic based on the Sigma, another ribbon microphone from Sontronics. The Apolloʼs dual transducers are in a fixed XY configuration, and since both ribbons offer a bi-directional polar response, the Apollo functions as a Blumlein mic. The ribbons are independent of each other, allowing for use of […]
The Sontronics Apollo is an active stereo ribbon mic based on the Sigma, another ribbon microphone from Sontronics.
The Apolloʼs dual transducers are in a fixed XY configuration, and since both ribbons offer a bi-directional polar response, the Apollo functions as a Blumlein mic. The ribbons are independent of each other, allowing for use of the Apollo as a mono ribbon microphone.
One of the primary benefits of stereo microphones is that they eliminate many of the difficulties associated with accurate placement for stereo recordings. The Apollo is no exception, though only for Blumlein setups. Since both ribbons are fixed in their positions, other stereo configurations such as ORTF are not an option.
According to one reviewer, the Apollo does not perfectly address another issue inherent to stereo setups: gain matching.
Specifications
Frequency Response – BlumleinClick Graph to Compare!
Apollo Blumlein Frequency Response Chart
Pickup Patterns Pads & Filters
Blumlein (18 mV/Pa; 20 – 20,000 Hz)
Ribbon Construction Impedance SPL/Noise
If desired, only a single ribbon can be used 150 Ohms (Low) Self-noise: 12.0 dB(A)
Weight Length Max Diameter Interface(s)
n/a n/a n/a
3-pin XLR male (2)
Power Specifications
Requires phantom power
Phantom voltage: 48v
Weight
2.00 kg
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The Sontronics Apollo is an active stereo ribbon mic based on the Sigma, another ribbon microphone from Sontronics.
The Apolloʼs dual transducers are in a fixed XY configuration, and since both ribbons offer a bi-directional polar response, the Apollo functions as a Blumlein mic. The ribbons are independent of each other, allowing for use of the Apollo as a mono ribbon microphone.
One of the primary benefits of stereo microphones is that they eliminate many of the difficulties associated with accurate placement for stereo recordings. The Apollo is no exception, though only for Blumlein setups. Since both ribbons are fixed in their positions, other stereo configurations such as ORTF are not an option.
According to one reviewer, the Apollo does not perfectly address another issue inherent to stereo setups: gain matching.
Specifications
Frequency Response - BlumleinClick Graph to Compare!
Apollo Blumlein Frequency Response Chart
Pickup Patterns Pads & Filters
Blumlein (18 mV/Pa; 20 - 20,000 Hz)
Ribbon Construction Impedance SPL/Noise
If desired, only a single ribbon can be used 150 Ohms (Low) Self-noise: 12.0 dB(A)
Weight Length Max Diameter Interface(s)
n/a n/a n/a
3-pin XLR male (2)
Power Specifications
Requires phantom power
Phantom voltage: 48v
NT1000 - ?Pure Performance? Ultra Versatile 1? Studio Condenser Microphone.
With its ultra low 6 dBA self-noise and transformer less SMT circuitry, the
R?DE NT1000 exhibits exceptional performance when recording both vocals
and instruments in the studio.
Voiced for ?application versatility?, the NT1000 has been hailed by many as the
ultimate drum over-head and grand piano mic selection. The NT1000 is also
equally at home as a first call vocal mic. With its Australian made 1? HF-2 capsule
incorporating internal shock mounting, the NT1000 boasts a 134 dB dynamic range,
and 140 dBA SPL capabilities and a 20 Hz ? 20 kHz frequency response.
Built of a heavy-duty cast metal satin nickel body, the NT1000 incorporates a
high-strength, heat-treated mesh head, and comes supplied in a zip pouch with a
stand mount.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Acoustic principle:
Externally polarised 1? (25mm) pressure-gradient condenser
Directional pattern: Cardioid
Frequency range: 20Hz - 20kHz
Output impedance: 100?
Signal noise ratio din iec 651:
> 88dB (A-weighted, per IEC268-15)
Equvalent noise:
6dB SPL (A-weighted per IEC268-15) +/-1dB
Maximum spl:
> 140dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1k( load)
Sensitivity:
-36dB re 1V/Pa (16mV @ 94dB SPL) +/-1dB
Dynamic range din iec 651: > 134dB (A-weighted, per IEC268-15)
Power supply voltage: P48 (35V - 53V)
Current consumption: 6mA
Weight without battery: 682 gm
Weight with battery: 882 gm
The RODE NT1-A has become an industry standard; delivering the warmth, extended dynamic range, clarity and high SPL capability usually only featured by some of the most expensive microphones.
Now available as the \'Complete Vocal Recording Solution\' this NT1-A package now includes everything you need to get truly professional vocal recordings - the world\'s quietest studio microphone, a studio grade pop shield and shock mount, a premium 20\' cable, dust cover, an instructional DVD with recording tips, and of course R DE\'s industry leading ten year warranty.
Large 1" (25mm) capsule with gold plated diaphragm
Cardioid polar pattern
Self noise of only 5dB (A)
Ultra low noise, transformerless surface mount circuitry
Signal-to-noise ratio, A-weighted1) (rel. 94 dB SPL)
82 dB
Maximum SPL for THD
110 dB
Maximum SPL for THD
129 dB
Maximum output voltage for THD
-1 dBu
Dyn. range of the mic. amplifier /A-weighted, 0.5 %2))
98 dB
Dyn. range of the mic. amplifier /A-weighted, 5 %2))
117 dB
Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938)
48 V ± 4 V
Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938)
3.2 mA
Matching connector
XLR 3F
Weight
825 g
Diameter
78 mm
Length
165 mm
1) According to IEC 60268-1; CCIR-weighting according to CCIR 468-3, quasi peak; A-weighting according to IEC 61672-1, RMS
2) Measured as equivalent el. input signal
Cardioid polar pattern for multiplicity of vocal and instrument applications
The earlier model C 3000 has had a large fan club in the project studio and home recording worlds for years. For the new C 3000 B, AKG designed a special 1-inch large-diaphragm transducer that closely approximates the vibration performance of top-class studio microphones, but can be made at much lower cost.
Due to its surface area and special capsule tuning, the C 3000 B large-diaphragm transducer produces an exceptionally pleasing, smooth sound. Unlike in the C 3000, the switchable 10-dB preattenuation pad immediately follows the transducer in the signal path, thus increasing the C 3000 B\'s SPL capability by a true 10 dB. Loud sound sources are therefore no problem.
An acoustically optimized cardioid polar pattern makes the C 3000 B an excellent choice for both recording and live sound applications where high gain before feedback is paramount.
Polar pattern
cardioid
Frequency range
20 to 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity
25 mV/Pa (-32 dBV)
Max. SPL
140/150 dB (k=0,5%)
Equivalent noise level (CCIR 468-3)
25 dB
Equivalent noise level
14 dB-A
Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted)
80 dB
Preattenuation pad
10 dB, switchable
Bass filter
6 dB/octave below 500 Hz
Impedance
200 ohms
Recommended load impedance
>1000 ohms
Supply voltage
9 to 52 V phantom power to DIN 45596
Current consumption
Connector
3-pin XLR
Finish
silver gray
Net weight
320 g / 11.3 oz.
Shipping weight
950 g / 2.1 lbs.
Patent(s)
Electrostatic transducer (Patent no. AT 395.225, DE 4.103.784, JP 2.815.488)
Acoustical operating principle
Pressure transducer
Directional pattern
Omnidirectional
Frequency range
20 Hz ... 20 kHz
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm
20 mV/Pa
Rated impedance
50 ohms
Rated load impedance
1000 ohms
Equivalent SPL CCIR 468-3
28 dB
Equivalent SPL DIN/IEC 651
15 dB-A
S/N ratio CCIR 468-3
66 dB
S/N ratio DIN/IEC 651
79 dB
Max. SPL (tube characteristic)
K
Dynamic range (of the amplifier)
K
Maximum output voltage
8 dBu
Weight
800 g
Diameter
78 mm
Length
165 mm
* THD of the microphone amplifier at an input voltage which is equivalent to the capsule output voltage at the specified SPL.
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