M-Audio Sputnik Tube Condenser Microphone in Campville, New York

M-Audio Sputnik Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Vacuum Tube Condenser Microphone
- 1" diameter evaporated gold diaphragm offers smooth, accurate sound
- 3 switchable pickup patterns useful for many critical applications
- Military-grade 6205M vacuum tube vintage tube warmth, fast response
- Solid brass body and capsule > delivers protection and reliability
- Complete ready-to-use package Includes flight case, shock mount, and power supply
Product Description:
Infuse your recordings with the lush, classic sound of a rare, vintage mic using the extraordinary Sputnik vacuum tube microphone from M-Audio. Equipped with a military-grade vacuum tube, Sputnik delivers an open, ultra-clean, and uncolored sound. This 6205M pentode tube is wired as a triode and features an inverted, socket less mount for improved audio integrity. Inside, the evaporated-gold diaphragm captures every detail. The head amp offers superior transient response and can be pushed to exhibit graceful overload characteristics. Three selectable polar patterns and a tuned brass back plate allow Sputnik to provide outstanding performance in any application. Tailor the response to match your needs using the switchable 10 dB pad and 80 Hz high-pass filter. This premium package comes complete with a dedicated power supply and seven-pin cable, shock mount, soft bag, and custom flight case.
Pickup Pattern: Omnidirectional, Cardioid, Bidirectional
M-Audio's Sputnik mic signals the end of microphone envy. Based on a classic vacuum tube design and manufactured in state-of-the-art facilities to exacting standards, this multi-pattern, large diaphragm studio condenser delivers the lush, classic sound normally associated with rare and expensive vintage mics like the Neumann U47 and AKG C12. Sputnik's combination of hand-picked military-grade vacuum tube, ultrasensitive evaporated gold Mylar diaphragm, solid brass construction, and multiple polar patterns makes it ideal for a wide variety of voices, instruments, and applications--especially putting that signature sound in the spotlight. M-Audio engineered this amazing microphone from scratch with input from top recording industry studio engineers.
Finally, you can get a boutique-quality microphone at a price that's not in the stratosphere.
Microphone is in very good working condition. Limited recording time was used with this mic! Includes briefcase and additional accessories!