SONTRONICS Helios (Valve) Condenser Mic

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The Sontronics Helios is a warm dual-diaphragm valve mic with dedicated low-noise power-supply. Beautifully-crafted including flight-case. The Sontronics Helios is a smooth and warm valve mic cast in zinc alloy for ultra-low resonance. The 35mm dual-diaphragm capsule is floated within a large-grill spherical basket to improve high-end frequency capture. Twinned with the valve circuitry, this […]

 

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The Sontronics Helios is a warm dual-diaphragm valve mic with dedicated low-noise power-supply. Beautifully-crafted including flight-case.

The Sontronics Helios is a smooth and warm valve mic cast in zinc alloy for ultra-low resonance. The 35mm dual-diaphragm capsule is floated within a large-grill spherical basket to improve high-end frequency capture. Twinned with the valve circuitry, this results in crisp high-frequency capture, whilst maintaining an accurate low-end response.

The Sontronics Orpheus comes supplied in a wooden box and flight-case, dedicated low-noise power-supply and dedicated mic clip. It also benefits from Sontronics Lifetime Warranty covering component or manufacturing defects.

Also available as a solid-state version.

Part Number:  Helios
Brand:  Sontronics
Polar Pattern:  Infinitely Variable
Mic Type:  Valve Condenser
Frequency Response (Hz):  20-20,000
Sensitivity (mV/Pa):  -32
Impedence (Ohm):  200
Maximum SPL (dB):  125
Power Requirements:  Dedicated Power Supply
Connection:  XLR 3-Pin
Application:  Studio Recording
Included Accessories:  Shockmount, Flight Case, Power Supply

Weight 2.00 kg

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The Sontronics Helios is a warm dual-diaphragm valve mic with dedicated low-noise power-supply. Beautifully-crafted including flight-case.

The Sontronics Helios is a smooth and warm valve mic cast in zinc alloy for ultra-low resonance. The 35mm dual-diaphragm capsule is floated within a large-grill spherical basket to improve high-end frequency capture. Twinned with the valve circuitry, this results in crisp high-frequency capture, whilst maintaining an accurate low-end response.

The Sontronics Orpheus comes supplied in a wooden box and flight-case, dedicated low-noise power-supply and dedicated mic clip. It also benefits from Sontronics Lifetime Warranty covering component or manufacturing defects.

Also available as a solid-state version.

Part Number:  Helios
Brand:  Sontronics
Polar Pattern:  Infinitely Variable
Mic Type:  Valve Condenser
Frequency Response (Hz):  20-20,000
Sensitivity (mV/Pa):  -32
Impedence (Ohm):  200
Maximum SPL (dB):  125
Power Requirements:  Dedicated Power Supply
Connection:  XLR 3-Pin
Application:  Studio Recording
Included Accessories:  Shockmount, Flight Case, Power Supply

Acoustical operating principlePressure transducer
Directional patternOmnidirectional
Frequency range20 Hz ... 20 kHz
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm20 mV/Pa
Rated impedance50 ohms
Rated load impedance1000 ohms
Equivalent SPL CCIR 468-328 dB
Equivalent SPL DIN/IEC 65115 dB-A
S/N ratio CCIR 468-366 dB
S/N ratio DIN/IEC 65179 dB
Max. SPL (tube characteristic)K
Dynamic range (of the amplifier)K
Maximum output voltage8 dBu
Weight800 g
Diameter78 mm
Length165 mm
* THD of the microphone amplifier at an input voltage which is equivalent to the capsule output voltage at the specified SPL.

K2 - ?It cant be done?? Precision Variable Pattern Dual 1? Condenser Valve Microphone.
 
The R?DE K2 is the result of designing and building 1000?s of valve microphones. The
K2?s HF-1 capsule is the pinnacle of transducer technology. The sound quality combines
modern high-end specifications with the character and subtleties of the legendary 50?s mics.
Infinitely variable control of the K2?s polar patterns provides the freedom and flexibility to
excel in any recording situation. The K2 is another example of R?DE?s commitment to
building quality studio microphones to meet the exacting standards demanded by today?s
professionals.At the 2004 Frankfurt Music Messa, 56 of the most prestgious music industry
magazines voted the K2 the ?Best Studio Microphone of 2004?.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Features:
? New large capsule with gold sputtered diaphragm. ? Ultra low noise.
? Wide dynamic range. ? Class ?A? valve circuitry. ? Hand-selected and
graded 6922 twin-triode valve. ? Dedicated Power Supply. ? High strength
welded and heat-treated steel mesh head. ? Durable satin nickel finish.
? Internal capsule shock mounting. ? High level of RF rejection. ? Supplied
complete with SM2 Shock Mount and RC2 Custom Carry Case.
? Continuously variable polar patterns. From omni, through cardiod to
figure 8, controlled at the power supply.
Operation power:
The K2 is designed to operate from a dedicated power supply (110 - 120 V/220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz)
Acoustic principle: Externally polarized 25 mm(1?) condenser.
Directional pattern:
Continuously variable multi pattern -Omni, through Cardioid to figure 8.
Frequency range:  20 Hz - 20 kHz
Output impedance:
Valve impedence converter with bipolar output buffer.
Signal noise ratio din iec 651:
 > 81 dB (1kHz relative to 1 Pa; per IEC651,IEC268-15).
Equvalent noise:  10 dBA SPL (per IEC651, IEC268-15).
Maximum spl: 162 dB (@ 1% THD into 1k).
Sensitivity:
 -36 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (16 mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB.
Power supply voltage:
Dedicated Power Supply(110 - 120 V/220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz).
Weight:  815 gms
Dimensions width:  208.5 mm
Dimensions depth:  55 mm
Dimensions height:  55 mm
Maximum output voltage:  > +30 dBu (@ 1% THD into 1 k).

The C 414 B/XLS has been carefully designed to maintain the legendary sonic character of the C 414 family while integrating new features and performance enhancements made possible by new technology. The C 414B/XLS is designed to deliver accurate pickup of all acoustic instruments and voices. The microphone's 5 pickup patterns are easily selectable via an electronic switch with LED indication and offer the selection of omnidirectional, cardioid, wide cardioid, hypercardioid and figure-eight patterns. The pickup pattern selector switch utilizes a dual-color LED indicator that provides visual indication of the pattern selected and also changes from green to red to indicate if the microphone's output electronics are being overloaded. The pattern selector can also be used to "lock" the microphone's switch settings by pressing and holding it for 3 seconds. On the rear of the microphone, an electronic switch allows the selection of -6 dB, -12 dB and -18 dB pre-attenuation levels which are accomplished by changing the polarization voltage to the capsule. The C 414 B/XLS has switchable bass cut filters of 12 dB-per-octave at 40 Hz and 80 Hz, and a 6-dB-per-octave filter at 160 Hz for control of proximity effect. On-axis sensitivity for all patterns is 23 mV/Pa and its self-noise is an extremely low 6 dB-A. The C 414 B/XLS has a transformerless output and all-metal chassis, making it immune to electrical interference and RF from digital equipment, video monitors and wireless systems. It comes complete in an all-metal road case with the AKG H-85 shock mount, a PF80 external two-stage pop filter, a W414X external windscreen and an individually-measured chart showing the response curve of the microphone. It is also available in factory-matched stereo pairs packaged with a H50 stereo bar instead of the external pop filter. The C 414B/XLS is built in Vienna, Austria and comes with a three-year limited parts and labor warranty. Features High sensitivity and extremely low self noise Five switchable polar patterns for placement and application flexibility Two-color LEDs provide quick visual indication of selected polar pattern and output overload Elastic capsule suspension greatly minimizes structurally-transmitted noise from chassis vibration H 85 professional shock mount/stand adapter, PF 80 external pop filter and W 414 X external windscreen High sound pressure level capability and wide dynamic range Completely immune to electrostatic and electro-magnetic interference from digital gear, computer monitors, etc. thanks to solid metal housing and transformerless output stage Three switchable bass cut filters and three pre-attenuation pads with LEDs for quick visual indication All switchable components operate in low impedance circuits for ultra-high relability even in extremely humid conditions Optional R 414 remote control unit (available by the end of 2004) offers full control of all switchable parameters via standard microphone cable and 3-pin XLR-type connectors Specifications Type: 1" large diaphragm pressure gradient microphone Polar Patterns: Omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hypercardioid, figure eight Frequency Range: 20 to 20,000 Hz Sensitivity: 23 mV/Pa (-33 dBV) +/-0.5 dB Max. SPL: 140/146/152/158 dB SPL (at 0/-6/-12/-18 dB) Preattenuation Pad: -6, -12,-18 dB, switchable Bass Cut Filter Scope: 12 dB/octave at 40 Hz and 80 Hz; 6 dB/octave at 160 Hz Power Requirements: 48 V phantom power to DIN/IEC Connector: 3-pin XLR Dimensions: 2" x 1.5" x 6.3“ Net Weight: 10.6 oz Shipping Weight: 5 lbs (2.27 kg)
Acoustical operating principlePressure gradient transducer
Directional patternCardioid
Frequency range20 Hz ... 20 kHz
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm13 mV/Pa
Rated impedance50 ohms
Rated load impedance1000 ohms
Equivalent noise level, CCIR1)23 dB
Equivalent noise level, A-weighted1)12 dB-A
Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR1) (rel. 94 dB SPL)71 dB
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 connectorXLR 3F
Weight825 g
Diameter78 mm
Length165 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

Acoustical operating principlePressure gradient transducer
Directional patternCardioid
Frequency range20 Hz ... 20 kHz
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohms18 mV/Pa
Rated impedance50 ohms
Rated load impedance1000 ohms
Equivalent SPL CCIR 468-321 dB
Equivalent SPL DIN/IEC 65110 dB-A
S/N ratio CCIR 468-373 dB
S/N ratio DIN/IEC 65184 dB
Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%140 dB
Maximum output voltage13 dBu
Dynamic range of the microphone amplifier DIN/IEC 651130 dB
Supply voltage48 V ± 4 V
Current consumption3 mA
Matching connectorsXLR 3F
Weight480 g
Diameter49 mm
Length175 mm
Weight2.00 kg0.80 kg2.00 kg2.27 kg0.82 kg0.48 kg
DimensionsN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
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Weight 2.00 kg
Weight 0.80 kg
Weight 2.00 kg
Weight 2.27 kg
Weight 0.82 kg
Weight 0.48 kg