RODE K2 VARIABLE PATTERN CONDENSER VALVE MICROPHONE

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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 […]

 

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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).

Weight 2.00 kg

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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).

NT2000 - ?Explore, Control, Create?? Seamlessly Variable Dual 1? Condenser Microphone.

The world's first large diaphragm condenser studio microphone with seamlessly variable Polar
Patterns, Filter and Pad located conveniently on the microphone body. The NT2000?s state of
the art surface-mount electronics combined with the new Australian designed and manufactured
HF1 Capsule, provide extremely low self-noise (7 dBA) and a maximum SPL of 147 dB (157 dB
with pad fully engaged) ensuring exceptional results and the ultimate in recording creativity.
The NT2000 is supplied with the SM2 Shock Mount, together in a durable custom carry case.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Acoustic principle:
Externally polarised 25 mm (1?) dual diaphragm condenser
Directional pattern: Multipattern
Frequency range:  20Hz - 20KHz
Output impedance: 200 ohms
Signal noise ratio din iec 651:  87 dB (1kHz rel 1Pa)
Equvalent noise: 7 dBA SPL (per IEC651, IEC268-15)
Maximum spl:
147 dB (@ 1% THD into 1K ohm) 157dB (@ 1% THD into 1K ohm) with pad set to maximum
Sensitivity:
-36 db re 1 Volt/Pasca (16 mv @94db SPL) +/- 2 dB
Dynamic range din iec 651: 140 dB (per IEC651, IEC268-15)
Power supply voltage: Phantom P48
Weight without battery: 831 gm
Weight with battery:  2.6 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

The CK-7 houses a 35mm gold-sputtered thin Mylar capsule. The CK-7 uses high grade Polystyrene and Metalized Polypropylene capacitors in the audio path. This represents a commitment to quality, as these normally are the type of "upgrade" components that are implemented by microphone modders/hot-rodders! Any studio can proudly offer the CK-7 as a vocal mic or utility condenser due to its versatility...It exudes class visually as well as sonically.

Manufactured using the finest materials yielding a very solid feel, superb structural integrity and rugged reliability. The versatile CK-7 mic is able to produce professional results with a clean sonic character. The included Custom Retro Shockmount is superb in allowing a precise positioning of the mic while inhibiting the transfer of unwanted vibrations up into the mic. This isolation allows for superior professional results. The 3 patterns allow the CK-7 to be used in a variety of situations.

The cardioid pattern is generally best used on vocals and single instruments. The omni mode works well in incorporating some room sound into the track. The figure 8 pattern allows 2 vocalists to use the mic at the same time from opposite sides. The CK-7 has separate -10 dB pad & 80 Hz LF roll off switches....The -10dB attenuation switch can be engaged when miking very high SPL sources to keep from overloading the electronics. The 80Hz high-pass filter switch can be engaged to reduce rumble and to keep unwanted low frequencies from "muddying up" the track.

Applications.

studio vocals, acoustic guitar, mandolin, drum overheads, piano, room mic

Specifications

Type: True Condenser
Polar Pattern(s): Cardioid , Omni , Figure 8
Capsule: Dual-sided 35mm center-terminated gold-sputter Mylar (6 micron)
Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz +/- 3dB
Output Impedance:

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)Live sound
Podcasting Home recording Vocals Musical instruments Perception 120
  • General-purpose cardioid recording microphone
  • Extended frequency response
  • Roadworthy construction
  • Switchable 20 dB preattenuation pad
  • Switchable bass cut filter
  • Designed and engineered by AKG in Vienna, Austria
The Perception 120 is a 2/3-inch diaphragm true condenser microphone that offers solid build quality, outstanding performance, and excellent value. The low-mass diaphragm delivers a clear sound with accurate sonic detail. A switchable 20 dB preattenuation pad and bass cut filter make the Perception 120 an excellent choice for a wide range of recording and live sound applications. Backed by AKG\'s six decades of experience in making microphones and input from sound engineers around the world, the Perception 120 now brings AKG studio quality to musicians and project studio applications.
Type 2/3\" Diaphragm True Condenser
Polar pattern cardioid
Frequency range 20 to 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity 22 mV/Pa (-33 dBV)
Max. SPL 130/150 dB (0/-20 dB) for 0.5% THD
Equivalent noise level 22 dB-A (IEC 60268-4)
Signal/noise ratio (A-weighted) 72 dB
Preattenuation pad 0 dB, -20 dB
Bass filter 12 dB/octave at 300 Hz
Impedance
Recommended load impedance >= 1,000 ohms
Powering
Power requirement 48 V phantom power to DIN/IEC
Connector 3-pin XLR
Finish metallic blue
Dimensions 53 dia. x 165 mm (2.1 dia. x 6.5 in.)
Net weight 525 g (18.5 oz.)
Shipping weight 955 g (33.7 oz.)
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