M-Four - Multi-pattern Tube Condenser Microphone,
ART
The ART M-Four tube condenser microphone is perfect for recording both
critical vocals and essential instruments. The dual diaphragm
multi-pattern tube design delivers nine different polar pattern
settings allowing unmatched versatility, making the M-Four ideal for
virtually every recording application.
The microphone's chassis is precision-tooled zinc/aluminum alloy
with a dent resistant stainless-steel wire-mesh windscreen protects the
dual gold sputtered diaphragms and integrated 12AX7 vacuum tube
pre-amp. An external heavy-duty cradle mount suspension virtually
eliminates vibration and handling noise.
Low Noise External Power Supply
The ART M-Four has nine
available polar patterns, selectable from the front panel of the
external power supply unit. Rather than limiting the user to only the
three most common patterns (omnidirectional, cardioid, and figure-8
patterns), the ART M-Four has three gradient stages between each of
those positions allowing the artist and recording engineer a wider tone
pallet. For example, in vocal applications where an omnidirectional
pattern isn't quite 'fat' enough, but cardioid is too narrow, you now
have three additional steps to find the right subtle mix between those
two standard patterns. With the ART M-Four you have the rare
opportunity to use the proximity effect of a cardioid, yet still open
up the microphone to hear some of the natural early reflections of a
good sounding live room.
The included heavy-duty cradle-mount suspension virtually eliminates
vibration and handling noise, while at the same time safely securing
the microphone in any position needed during the recording process.
Features
- Upgraded High Performance Gold Sputtered Dual Diaphragm Capsule
- 9 User Selectable Polar Patterns (Including Omnidirectional, Cardioid and Figure-8 Positions)
- -10dB Pad Switch and Low Frequency Roll-off Switch on Mic Body
- Discrete Low Self-Noise Tube Circuit Design
- Low Noise Constant Voltage External Power Supply
- 7-pin XLR Cable Included
- Heavy-Duty Cradle Shockmount Mount for Increased Stability & Isolation
- Microphone in Protective Fitted Microphone Box
- Aluminum Carrying Case
Specifications:
Type: Multi-pattern Tube Condenser Microphone
Capsule: 1.35mm Gold Sputtered Dual Diaphragm
Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional, Cardioid, Figure-8 with 6 Gradient Stages (Nine Total
Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz
Max SPL: 134dB
Sensitivity: 12mv/Pa = 2dB (0dB=1v/Pa 1000Hz)
S/N Ratio: 70dB @ 1Pa
Impedance: <200 Ohm
Equivalent Noise Level: 20dB (IEC268-4 A Weight)
Power Requirement: Dedicated Power Supply
Included Accessories:
Heavy Duty Cradle Mount, 7-pin XLR
Cable, Padded Wood Microphone Case, Aluminum Carrying Case (houses
microphone & case, power supply, shockmount & cables)
Microphones Series Overview
Created to complement ART's
industry leading brand of tube preamps, tube compressors and recording
accessories, the ART M-Series will set the performance standard for
professional microphones in this class and price category.
Created specifically for professional, project and high-end home studio
environments, M-Series microphones deliver superior sound and build
quality, clarity and an unrivalled tone. Three all new innovative wide
diaphragm side address FET microphones and one compact format large
diaphragm classic ribbon microphone make up the M-Series line.
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