M-Audio Solaris Studio Condenser Microphone

The Solaris is a large-capsule condenser microphone that sounds as good as it looks. Beneath the stylish exterior lies the best-sounding solid-state electronics available at any price. Vintage design principles merge with incredibly tight manufacturing standards to yield no more than +/-1dB of deviation across the entire 20Hz-20kHz frequency range. The industry-thinnest evaporated gold diaphragm also delivers incredible sensitivity. Multi-pattern architecture provides flexibility that makes it ideal for just about any miking situation—included capturing vocals, guitar, piano, drums and live events. It's like having three mics in one.

Features:

• 1.1-inch evaporated gold diaphragm
• Ultra-sensitive 3-micron diaphragm
• Large all-brass capsule
• Cardioid, omni and figure 8 polar patterns
• 20Hz-20kHz frequency response
• +/- 1dB tolerance across entire frequency range
• Class A FET electronics w/ output transformer
• 10dB attenuation pad
• Low frequency rolloff switch (6dB per octave @ 125Hz)
• Includes shock mount and aluminum case

Specifications:

• Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
• Sensitivity: 16 mV/Pa (-36dBV)
• Max. SPL for 0.5% THD: 130dB
• Equivalent noise level: 14dB (A-weighted)
• Output impedance: 200 ohms
• Recommended load impedance: > 1,000 ohms
• Power requirement: 48V phantom power
• Connector: 3-pin male XLR
• Dimensions/weight: 21 x 7.6 x 5 cm - 0.63 kg