RENTALs - Microphones
Whether you’re recording in a studio, or recording underwater, our extensive collection covers a number of applications.
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VOCAL MICS
The M88 from Beyerdynamic is an iconic microphone found in most commercial studios around the world. It is a great option for a large range of applications, live and in the studio. Perfect for vocals, bass drum, bass amp, and more.
Some products are born classics, and the M88 is widely known for being far ahead of its time, back when it was first introduced in the 1960`s. Incorporating a new low-mass diaphragm element, the M88 TG has earned its place in history. Sound engineers have found that the lightning-fast transient response of the microphone reproduces the complex sound patterns of this instrument, resulting in the tight `thump` without the need for complex signal processing. This characteristic works equally well on other instruments, especially where intricate low frequencies and their harmonics need to be captured.
The M88 TG is one of the most frequently specified microphones by sound engineers worldwide, and heralded a Beyerdynamic contemporary classic, as this microphone becomes renowned for capturing emotive audio signals.
The BETA 57A is a high output supercardioid dynamic microphone designed for professional sound reinforcement and studio recording. It maintains a true supercardioid pattern throughout its frequency range, ensuring high gain-before-feedback, maximum isolation from other sound sources, and minimum off–axis tone coloration.
Excellent for acoustic and electric instruments as well as for vocals, the extremely versatile Beta 57 dynamic microphone provides optimal warmth and presence. Typical applications include drums, guitar amplifiers, brass, woodwinds and vocals.
The BETA 58A is a high-output supercardioid dynamic vocal microphone designed for professional sound reinforcement and studio recording. Maintaining a true supercardioid pattern throughout its frequency range allowing more gain before feedback.
The Beta 58 has a shaped frequency response that is ideal for close-up vocals and with a renownedly durable construction, it is well suited to live scenarios.
The BETA 87 is a premium quality supercardioid electret condenser vocal microphone with exceptionally smooth frequency response and high SPL capability. Used for professional sound reinforcement, broadcasting, and studio recording applications, the Beta 87 combines superb performance with the durability needed for touring and field production. It also features a controlled low-frequency roll-off that compensates for proximity effect and prevents the “boomy” sound often associated with close pick-up.
The tight supercardioid pattern, with null points at approximately 125 degrees, provides maximum isolation from other vocalists or instruments while offering minimal off-axis coloration.
It is worth noting that the Beta 87 operates on phantom power.
The Shure KSM9 condenser microphone offers exceptional consistency across a wide range of frequencies, providing more gain before feedback, while decreasing proximity effect. With wired and wireless options and a choice of champagne and charcoal grey finishes, KSM9 offers the best combination for every performance.
Shure UHF-R Wireless Systems feature KSM9 as the premier choice in handheld vocal microphones. KSM9 microphones are built to exacting Shure endurance standards, renowned worldwide and proven night after night, center stage.
An unmistakable design, the Shure 55SH Vocal Microphone features a signature satin chrome-plated die-cast casing for pure vintage look and feel with modern acoustic components to meet today's performance standards.
The 55SH microphone has a cardioid (unidirectional) polar pickup pattern that minimizes sound pickup from the rear of the microphone. This allows the Model 55SH Series II to be used in close proximity to loudspeakers without creating feedback problems, and it can perform under adverse acoustic conditions where omnidirectional microphones cannot.
The Shure 565SD-LC Classic Unisphere Vocal Microphone is a cardioid dynamic microphone designed for use in public auditoriums, houses of worship, convention halls, and schools. The mic features a selectable dual-impedance operation and comes connected in low-impedance out of the box. It offers a wind and pop filter for vocals, a durable, wire-mesh front grille, and a silent, lockable On/Off switch.
The MD 416 is a dynamic microphone with a cardioid polar pattern. The transducer is double-housed and shock-mounted, making the microphone not only unresponsive to handling noise, but also preventing damage to the inner workings.
The effect of the built-in pop filter is enhanced by an additional outside pop screen and the heavy metal housing makes it durable and fitting for live use.
Interview MICS
The SM63 dynamic omnidirectional microphone is designed for professional applications where performance and appearance are critical. Purpose built for handheld use on stage and in broadcast, recording, and TV studios, The SM63 is ideal for remote interviews and other situations where longer microphones are desirable.
The smooth, wide frequency response of the SM63 is tailored for optimum speech intelligibility, and includes a controlled low-frequency roll-off for reduced pick-up of stand and wind noise. A built-in humbucking coil makes the microphones virtually immune to strong hum fields, such as those produced by studio lighting.
The MD 42 is a high-quality reporter's microphone with omni-directional pick-up pattern. It has been specially optimised for rough use in live reporting and broadcasting environments. The MD 42 is a very 'good-natured' microphone whose design avoids wind and handling noise problems.
Two-ply sound inlet basket provides increased protection from wind and pop noise
Rugged metal housing
Rubber mounted capsule (or Elastically mounted capsule) ensures low sensitivity to handling noise
Omni-directional pick-up pattern ensures excellent speech intelligibility without having to point the microphone directly at your interview partner
The VP64AL is a high-output omnidirectional handheld dynamic microphone designed for professional audio and video production. The VP64AL features a long 244mm handle ideally suited to ENG applications.
The e835 is a dynamic vocal mic designed for live use. A uniform frequency pick-up pattern maintains signal quality when moving on and off axis during performance and stabilises the proximity effect when a vocalist is physically controlling dynamics by moving closer and further from the microphone.
The RE50 is a Omni-directional dynamic microphone that is recognised as the industry standard for handheld interview mics in broadcast television production.
The Electro-Voice 635A is a handheld interview microphone designed for exacting professional applications such as film production, recording, broadcasting, and the more demanding PA applications. It is a rugged, compact omnidirectional dynamic microphone popular in the TV news industry and a very popular microphone for vocals on TV in the 1970’s
The EV 635A mic has high output level, low sensitivity to mechanical shock, and features a diaphragm which permits very smooth response over a wide frequency range. The diaphragm withstands humidity and temperature extremes, corrosive effects of salt air, and severe mechanical shocks.
Main Features
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A three-sided, white, triangular mic flag, suitable for microphone with 19 to 38 mm diameters.
Fits A Wide Range Of Microphones
Lightweight But Tough
Main Features
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A four-sided, white, square, mic flag, suitable for microphones with 19 to 38 mm diameters.
Fits A Wide Range Of Microphones
Lightweight But Tough
Main Features
Add your own logo and custom graphics
A four-sided, white, square, mic flag, suitable for microphones with 19 to 38 mm diameters.
Fits A Wide Range Of Microphones
Lightweight But Tough
Main Features
Add your own logo and custom graphics
A four-sided black, square mic flag, suitable for microphones with 19 to 38 mm diameters.
Fits A Wide Range Of Microphones
Lightweight But Tough
shotgun MICS
The MKH 416 is a compact pressure-gradient condenser microphone with a short interference tube. Featuring a super-cardioid polar pattern, low self noise, and feedback rejection, the MKH 416 can handle difficult exterior filming and reporting conditions.
The MKH816 P is a highly directional condenser microphone which operates on 48V phantom power. Sennheiser's RF condenser design makes the MKH models perform acceptionally well across a wider range of weather conditions where factors like temperature and humidity can begin to affect the operational reliability of typical designs.
Also available is the T version which operates on a strict 12V DC supply provided by a included PSU.
The MKH418 S is a M-S stereo shotgun microphone using Sennheiser's exclusive RF condenser technology. Its M-S format, compact dimensions, clarity and spatial representation make it ideally suited for every type of application in film, radio, television and reporting, both indoors and outdoors.
The MKH 60 is a lightweight shotgun condenser microphone. It is versatile and easy to handle and its superb lateral sound muting makes it an excellent choice for film and reporting applications. Its high degree of directivity ensures high sound quality for distance applications.
The MKH 70 is a lightweight long shotgun condenser microphone. Its excellent directivity is particularly suited to applications undertaken in difficult conditions, such as high background noise and distant microphone positioning.
The NTG1 is a lightweight condenser shotgun microphone, designed for professional applications within the film, video, television and production industries. Its full frequency response, low noise and audio transparency make it an ideal film, video, and voice over microphone, while its low weight (105gm/3.7oz) makes it an ideal boom microphone.
In addition to the native 20Hz-20kHz frequency response a selectable high-pass filter at 80Hz is available, which prevents low end noise such as air conditioners and traffic from being recorded.
The NTG2 is a lightweight condenser shotgun microphone, designed for professional applications within the film, video, television and production industries. Its full frequency response, low noise and audio transparency make it an ideal film, video, and voice over microphone, while its low weight (161gm/5.7oz without battery) makes it an ideal boom microphone.
In addition to the native 20Hz-20kHz frequency response a selectable high-pass filter at 80Hz is available, which will prevent low end noise such as air conditioners and traffic from being recorded.
The NTG2 operates either from a AA (1.5V) battery or P48 phantom power which can be supplied by professional cameras, audio recorders and power supplies. The battery power option makes the NTG2 ideal for scenarios where the camera does not supply phantom power such as DSLR video.
Studio MICS
The TLM 170 is a multi polar pattern condenser microphone with transformerless circuit topology. The microphone features exceptionally clean sound transmission, free of colouration, whilst offering extremely low self noise.
Five directional characteristics are selectable by means of a rotary switch. In the sixth position, marked "R", the directional patterns can be controlled remotely with the N 248 power supply. There is no special cable necessary for this purpose.
The TLM 170 also features a 10 dB attenuation switch for extremely high sound pressure levels, and a high-pass filter to suppress structure born noise.
The AKG C 414 B/ULS is a condenser microphone designed around a dual back-to-back gold sputtered diaphragm, offering multiple pickup patterns. Pickup patterns are easily switchable among omnidirectional, cardioid, hypercardioid, and figure-eight. Additional flexibility allows a bass cut of 12 dB/octave below 150 or 75 Hz and a PAD of either 10 or 20 dB.
The Rode Classic represents the epitome of microphone performance and design which is the result of a 'no compromise' endeavour from Rode to develop a microphone that performs on par with renowned, vintage European microphones but at a more reasonable price point.
A GE 6072 twin triode valve is at the heart of the Classic and contributes to it's unique sound quality along with a dual pressure gradient transducer, custom designed Jensen transformer and careful compenent selection.
The Classic includes a dedicated PSU so phantom power from a console/recorder is not required. The PSU unit also offers controls for polar pattern, HPF (low-cut) and PAD.
The MXL R77 is a classic ribbon microphone that delivers natural sound and stunning realism to vocal and instrument recordings. Powerful and versatile, the R77 incorporates a Figure-8 polar pattern for extended sweet spots as well as a 1.8-micron aluminum ribbon for smooth lows and natural highs. Manufactured with premium materials, the R77 performs beautifully on vocals, acoustic instruments, strings, horns and can handle the most demanding broadcast applications.
The Shure KSM32 is a single-diaphragm, side-address, cardioid condenser microphone for studio recording and live sound productions. The KSM32 offers an extended frequency response making for a more accurate and natural recording. With a class A, transformerless preamplifier circuit, cross-over distortion is eliminated and linearity across the full frequency range is notably improved.
The 4006 is a omnidirectional condenser microphone. Ideal for A-B stereo pairs for studio or live recording and also suitable for vocals and close-miking all types of instruments.
The 4011 is a cardioid condenser microphone renowned for its directional quality and attention to detail. The cardioid pickup pattern provides superb separation between sound sources making it an excellent spot mic for recording elements of an overall performance.
The 4011 is suited to instruments and vocals and a 20dB PAD widens its range to louder sources. A flat on-axis frequency response and excellent phase response deliver a totally faithful reproduction of the original sound.
The cardioid MKH 40 has a large number of applications, especially in lightly reverberant or acoustically unforgiving rooms for instrumental groups or for speech applications. Its wide-angled, neutral directional characteristics and high level of reverse attenuation ensure an exceptionally balanced sound.
The CCM 4 is a compact cardioid condenser. It offers premium sound quality, flat frequency response, optimal rejection of rear-incident sound, and a directional pattern that remains constant throughout the audio frequency range.
The CCM8 is a compact condenser with a figure-8 polar pattern. Its main axis is at a right angle to the capsule, and is marked at 0° and 180° with a red and a black dot respectively.
The CCM41 is a strongly directional, super-cardioid condenser. Its directivity is highly independent of frequency, so that even sounds arriving off axis and reverberant sound are registered without coloration. Consequently, even distant placement of the capsule produces a very natural sound pickup. The CCM41 is preferred for when you want to capture a performance but not so much the room.
The NT6 is a compact 1/2" cardioid condenser microphone, specifically designed for difficult mounting applications where the highest quality audio is required. Although clearly relevant to instrument miking, the NT6 is extremely well suited to any situation where an unobtrusive but powerful microphone is required such as location recording.
The microphone is split into two modular components, joined by via a custom 3m (10') shielded, Kevlar reinforced cable. Featuring a gold-sputtered, true-condenser capsule, the NT6 capsule head measures 45mm (1.8”) in length and weighs only 42gm (1.5oz). The included all-metal, multi-position mounting ring provides 180 degrees of vertical rotation.
The NT6 preamp-body incorporates both a high-pass filter and pad setting. The high-pass filter can be introduced to cut vibration, rumble and undesired sounds sources under 80Hz, while the PAD offers a -10dB level attenuation, useful when recording louder sound sources.
instrument Mics
Available with Violin or Brass mount.
The 4099 is a versatile Instrument Microphone suitable for use in the studio and live performance.Designed with a supercardioid polar pattern for high rejection and superior gain-before-feedback, the mic retains a highly uniform off-axis frequency response. It also features an enhanced shock mount design, a choice of detachable cables in two diameters, as well as a versatile gooseneck extender.
The SM98 is a miniature electret condenser microphone with a unidirectional (cardioid) pickup pattern. A smooth wide frequency response from 40 to 20,000 Hz allows the microphone to be extremely well adapted to pick up all kinds of musical instruments. The unidirectional pattern of the SM98 discriminates against sounds coming from the rear, permitting higher gain before feedback in sound reinforcement applications. The SM98 is an ideal spot microphone to highlight individual instruments in a performance. A very high maximum sound pressure level allows use of the SM98 with all acoustic instruments including drum kits and other percussion as well as brass, reed, wind, string, and keyboard instruments. The SM98 can also be used with amplified guitars and keyboards. The low-distortion, high-clipping-level preamplifier provides switch-selectable Flat or Low-Cut response to suit pickup characteristics needed for various instruments. The Low-Cut position is also useful when it is necessary to filter out low-frequency noise from such sources as wind noise or air conditioning equipment. The SM98 is powered either by two readily available 9-volt alkaline batteries (300 hours continuous battery life) or by an 11-to-52 Vdc simplex (phantom) supply from sound reinforcement, recording or broadcast equipment. The preamp is designed so that the battery supply will automatically switch in should the simplex power fail. However, no battery drain will occur as long as the simplex voltage exceeds the battery voltage.
headworn
The DPA 6066 is a sub miniature, lightweight omnidirectional headset microphone with an advanced, fully adjustable, stainless steel headset mechanism which delivers broadcast-quality sound, perfect for theatre, TV, and live events.
The capsule of the 6066 CORE Subminiature Headset is just 3 mm in diameter, but packs the audio power of larger, award-winning DPA mics. Despite its small size, it is abundant in clarity, consistency and durability – three qualities that truly matter. By shrinking our newly introduced CORE by DPA technology, we ensure you don't have to compromise on sound to focus on aesthetics.
Features:
Renowned DPA sound in a 60% smaller capsule
One-size-fits-all, headset fits securely and comfortably
2-way adjustable, non-reflective boom with locking system
Unique, comfortable 3-point gripping system above, below and behind the ear
New 90° cable management constructed to guide the cable and minimize cable breaks
The 4066 Omnidirectional Headset Microphone has become an industry standard for theatre and performance applications. The headset construction allows the mic to be mounted on either the left or right side. The microphone element itself is constructed with a double-vent protection system and the materials inside are water resistant. These design elements make it very difficult for the microphone to fail due to humidity.
The microdot termination provides a reliable connection to a suitable adapter. Available adapters are TA4F, TA5F and XLR.
The 4088 Directional Headset Microphone has become an industry standard for theatre and performance applications. The headset construction allows the mic to be mounted on either the left or right side. The microphone element itself is constructed with a double-vent protection system and the materials inside are water resistant. These design elements make it very difficult for the microphone to fail due to humidity.
The microdot termination provides a reliable connection to a suitable adapter. Available adapters are TA4F, TA5F and XLR.
The extremely low-profile E6 omni-directional earset delivers beautifully uncolored audio while rejecting surrounding noise and feedback. An ultra-miniature electret condenser element is held close to the mouth by a thin boom and comfortable earpad.
Also available in cardioid
The C420 is a cardioid condenser head-worn microphone with behind-the-neck headband, external shock mount for high mechanical-noise rejection and a miniature gooseneck for precise positioning near the user's mouth. Providing a full frequency response bandwidth, the C420 is ideal for solo vocalists, singing keyboardists, drummers, guitarists, dancers, and other performers that require a mobile, handsfree solution.
The C420 has a fully adjustable behind-the neck steel headband and adjustable ear pieces for a comfortable and secure fit. The cable exiting from the rear of the headband helps in concealing wires and provides a more direct connection to a bodypack transmitter.
lavalier - for beltpack transmitters: Lectrosonics, sennheiser and shure
The MKE 2 sub-miniature omni-directional lavalier is ideal for television broadcast and theatrical productions. Its accurate frequency response produces natural, uncolored sound. A unique Umbrella Diaphragm delivers moisture-resistant performance whilst retaining audio quality. Its size makes it not only unobtrusive and easy to conceal, but also offers a textbook perfect omni-directional polar pattern. An extremely thin low mass diaphragm exhibits extraordinary transient response. The microphone also comes with two additional sound inlet caps to tailor the high frequency response as needed.
The COS-11D is a compact electret lavalier microphone able to overcome RFI (radio frequency interference) from the digital transmitter. In today’s wireless transmission systems the microphone must remain unaffected by new forms of digital transmitter signals. In many cases, noise levels increase, and the S/N ratio is deteriorated by the interference of digital transmitters. Consequently, Sanken has designed the COS-11D specifically to diminish the instances where interference is an issue.
The ECM77 is a miniature lavalier microphone designed to be inconspicuous. This tiny microphone runs on either phantom power or AA battery operation and comes with an XLR connector. Useful for studio, ENG, and EFP applications.
The B6 is a miniature lavalier microphone that is only one tenth of an inch in diameter. The changeable protective caps provide moisture resistance and colour options whilst shaping the frequency response to suit different applications or to match other microphones. With exceptionally low handling noise and rugged construction, the B6 is the ideal choice for theatre, broadcast and general lavalier applications.
The 4061 Omnidirectional Microphone, Lo-Sens offers a very clean, detailed and natural sound quality. Originally designed for use with wireless systems in theatre, television and close-miked instrument applications, the 4061 Miniature Omnidirectional Microphone, Lo-Sens is highly unobtrusive. Because of its small size, it exhibits an exceedingly accurate omnidirectional pattern and therefore does not need to be aimed directly at the sound source to achieve quality pickup.
This microphone is acoustically identical to the 4060 Miniature Omnidirectional Microphone, Hi-Sens, but the sensitivity is adjusted to match some of the more sensitive transmitters on the market.
It is up to the user to decide on the correct placement to achieve the desired timbre. The mic can handle 144 dB peak before clipping, allowing the microphone to be used even for snare drums, guitar/bass speaker cabinets or other high SPL sound sources.
The EMW is a omni-directional lavalier microphone that is renowned for its durability and performance under adverse conditions. Although the EMW is suited to studio settings as well, its reputation has been garnered through enabling sound recordists on location to mic up sources in less than forgiving circumstances thanks to its almost waterproof design.
The EMW can withstand full immersion up to 1 metre deep.
The TR50 miniature lavalier microphone has been designed with the latest electret development and electronics technology, to provide high sound quality. Its small size and unique design permit a variety of uses and fastening options that make it ideal for unobtrusive applications. The omni-directional capsule features minimum sound coloration and is therefore easily combined with boom mics during post production. A variety of accessories makes mounting the mic on or under clothing easy with reliable results.
The extended frequency response range and omni-directional characteristics have been designed to satisfy the most stringent requirements in all professional audio fields, particularly film and TV production.
The ME104 is a cardioid miniature microphone capsule module. For all vocal and speech applications with minimal inherent self-noise. The modular mini-microphone system fulfils professional demands for sound quality and rugged handling, and is suitable for all areas of live work where a small and unobtrusive microphone is needed for vocal and speech applications.
This strap allows you to securely rig microphone or IEM packs to the centre of back, between the shoulder blades. Medium size fits a 36-40 inch chest and Large fits a 41-45 inch chest.
Adjustable gripper straps
Available now in Black & Beige and Medium and Large
Transmitter can be rigged with the aerial facing down or up.
Fits all transmitter/receiver sizes
Rigs pack between the shoulder blades
Machine Washable with detergent at 40 Degrees. Hang dry or Tumble Dry.
Only available in large
MIC STRAP WITH UNIQUE GRIPPER.
URSA Chest Straps allow you to rig microphones onto sweaty or hairy chests which would otherwise not take sticky tape.
Reduces noise from hairy chests and allows you to rig on hot, sweaty bodies.
Unique Gripper strips keeps the strap from slipping.
Mic Pouch comes with 3 sections to fit all microphone sizes & mounts.
Ultra-Thin fabric becomes invisible even under tight T-Shirts.
Unique “Cable Keeper” stops the mic from pulling out of the pouch.
One Size fits all strap.
lavalier - hardwired to xlr
The MKE 2 sub-miniature omni-directional lavalier is ideal for television broadcast and theatrical productions. Its accurate frequency response produces natural, uncolored sound. A unique Umbrella Diaphragm delivers moisture-resistant performance whilst retaining audio quality. Its size makes it not only unobtrusive and easy to conceal, but also offers a textbook perfect omni-directional polar pattern. An extremely thin low mass diaphragm exhibits extraordinary transient response. The microphone also comes with two additional sound inlet caps to tailor the high frequency response as needed.
The COS-11D is a compact electret lavalier microphone able to overcome RFI (radio frequency interference) from the digital transmitter. In today’s wireless transmission systems the microphone must remain unaffected by new forms of digital transmitter signals. In many cases, noise levels increase, and the S/N ratio is deteriorated by the interference of digital transmitters. Consequently, Sanken has designed the COS-11D specifically to diminish the instances where interference is an issue.
The ECM77 is a miniature lavalier microphone designed to be inconspicuous. This tiny microphone runs on either phantom power or AA battery operation and comes with an XLR connector. Useful for studio, ENG, and EFP applications.
The B6 is a miniature lavalier microphone that is only one tenth of an inch in diameter. The changeable protective caps provide moisture resistance and colour options whilst shaping the frequency response to suit different applications or to match other microphones. With exceptionally low handling noise and rugged construction, the B6 is the ideal choice for theatre, broadcast and general lavalier applications.
The ME104 is a cardioid miniature microphone capsule module. For all vocal and speech applications with minimal inherent self-noise. The modular mini-microphone system fulfils professional demands for sound quality and rugged handling, and is suitable for all areas of live work where a small and unobtrusive microphone is needed for vocal and speech applications.
lectern
The ISOMAX 4RF is a cardioid condenser lectern microphone designed for speech purposes. Additionally, a unique Active Vibration Isolation detects and subtracts table thumps, handling noise, and other vibration from the signal, providing full, clean sound without the need for bulky shock mounts. Its tightly-controlled, consistent pickup pattern preserves voice quality at any angle while reducing feedback.
The Microflex MX412 lectern microphone is a miniature gooseneck-mounted electret condenser microphones designed primarily for speech. They can be mounted on lecterns, pulpits, or conference tables. The flexible gooseneck with a rigid centre allows ideal placement whilst keepina neat appearance.
The SM99 is a miniature gooseneck condenser microphone designed for mounting to a lectern, pulpit or conference table. A wide super-cardioid pickup pattern and two stage pop filter optimises this microphone for speech purposes.
Available in 30 or 45 cm.
The C900 is a wide band, cardioid, electret condenser microphone designed for controlled acoustic environments such as conference halls and broadcasting applications. Quick click connection using Switchcraft 3 pin Tini Q connector allows matching the capsule to an appropriate stand. Compatible stands are the CA-30, CA-40, CA-700 and CA-900 all of which include the XLR phantom power adapter.
The C800E is a electret condenser microphone with a hyper-cardioid polar pattern, optimised for speech purposes. The microphone is constructed from high quality brass and is terminated with a male 3 pin XLR plug. The microphone has a semi-rigid gooseneck shaft and includes a phantom power adaptor that will accept 9 – 48 Volts dc. The adapter also has filters which will eliminate all GSM frequencies from 800-1200 MHz.
Semi-rigid 400mm stand fitted with Phantom Power Adaptor at the bottom end terminated to a Male 3 pin XLR and knuckle joint at tip with Tini Q 3 pin Female connector. Can be used with any of the Clockaudio modular mic capsules such as the C3H.
The C800H is a slim mini shotgun, hypercardioid condenser. Developed for speech purposes in a wide range of pro and live sound applications including conferences and AGMs.
The C3H is a short slimline cardioid condenser microphone for use in controlled acoustic environments. The electret element connects via Switchcraft 3-pin mini XLR to the knuckle of the phantom power adapter that operates on 9-48V DC.
The 801E is a slim mini shotgun, hypercardioid condenser microphone designed for speech. The microphone element is a electret condenser, powered via the phantom power adapter which operates on 9-48V DC and terminates to a 3 pin male XLR connector.
Although stated as a shotgun microphone, the 801e is more suited as a lectern microphone which uses an intereference tube, much like a shotgun, to yield a narrower polar pattern.
The AT808G is a moving coil dynamic microphone with a subcardioid polar pattern. It is designed for use as a quality talk-back microphone in entertainment, commercial and industrial applications. The versatile gooseneck design allows for flexible positioning and dependable performance.
TV Studio & Stage Presentation Mics
Long, rigid stand of 700mm that connects to a short (350mm) upright base by a separate, lockable swivel joint allowing adjustments to angle, height and reach.
Hire with the C3h, C801e or C900 capsule from Clockaudio.
Long, rigid stand of 1200mm that connects to a short (350mm) upright base by a separate, lockable swivel joint allowing adjustments to angle, height and reach.
Hire with the C3h, C801e or C900 capsule from Clockaudio.
stereo
The RSM 191 is a stereo microphone system consisting of the microphone and the MTX 191 A matrix amplifier. It has an adjustable pick-up angle and high directivity. The microphone has two separate capsule systems, a hypercardioid element and a figure-8, both in a short shotgun. Together they generate the mid and the side signals.
The matrix amplifier controls the width of the stereo image by changing the gain of the side signal relative to the middle signal in six 3 dB steps. The output signals of the matrix amplifier are either mid-side (MS) or left/right (XY). The signals are converted through transformerless sum-and-difference circuitry.
The balanced, transformerless technology permits the use of long cables between the microphone, the matrix amplifier and the following mic input of other signal processing equipment.
The USM69 condenser stereo microphone is a studio microphone that offers a range of XY stereo configurations as well as a Mid Side option. This is achieved by altering the polar pattern and the angle of the two capsules.
Supplied with a 5-pin XLR breakout cable to two 3-pin XLRs, the signal from each capsule can be recorded seperately which allows adjustments post recording.
The Shure Model VP88 is a single-point, stereo condenser microphone for use in professional studio recording, field production, electronic news gathering (ENG), and broadcasting applications. It combines two condenser cartridges in a single housing to create a stereo image of the sound source. It is unique in its ability to capture the realism of a live event and yet withstand rigorous environments in the field.
One cartridge (Mid) faces forward (end address) to capture on-axis sound using a cardioid pickup pattern. The other cartridge (Side) is bi-directional, capturing sound from either side. The VP88 contains an internal M-S matrix with three settings for different degrees of stereo image separation. The internal matrix can be bypassed if an external matrix is used or if stereo imaging is done in post-production.
The C522 Mid Side microphone uses three coincident cardioid capsules to capture direct sound along with side information on a seperate channel via 5-pin XLR. Operating on either phantom power or rechargeable battery, the C522 is allows the user to adjust the level between direct sound and ambience after the recording to achieve the desired ratio.
The MKH418 S is a M-S stereo shotgun microphone using Sennheiser's exclusive RF condenser technology. Its M-S format, compact dimensions, clarity and spatial representation make it ideally suited for every type of application in film, radio, television and reporting, both indoors and outdoors.
Boundary (PZM & Low Profile) Mics
The Sanken CUB offers an exclusive design which overcomes the limitations of previous boundary microphones, producing an extremely rich and full-bodied sound. Although small (32.5mm diameter, 14mm height, 45g weight) the sound is comparable with much larger microphones. The CUB is designed for use in many situations, from TV and film field shooting to broadcast studio production and conference table recording. Because of its small size it is easy to conceal from the camera, and can be positioned in a variety of environments, for example, attached to the ceiling of a car with two-sided sticky tape.
The Shure 819 microphone is designed especially for surface-mounted applications. It is a superior-quality permanently-biased (electret) condenser microphone with a hemi-cardioid directional pattern (cardioid in the hemisphere above the mounting surface).
The ASTATIC 901R is a superior low noise, electret condenser
cardioid surface mounted boundary microphone. It has been
redesigned with improved RF immunity to greatly reduce
susceptibility to radio interference from GSM based cell
phones, PDA/cell phones with walkie-talkie capability and
other similar devices. It is ideal for use on altars, conference
tables, stage floors, or television productions.
VIDEO CAMERA MICROPHONES
The VideoMic from Rode is a true directional shotgun microphone that can easily be mounted on a video camera, because it features an integrated shockmount that attaches to the camera's shoe. The VideoMic is lightweight, and when mounting on a camera it does not appear in the frame. Its super-cardioid polar pattern attenuates sounds from the sides. The result is a signal that sounds closer to the camera, even when shooting in noisy environments or at moderate distances.
An attached, coiled cable terminates to a 1/8" (3.5mm) mini output connection. The VideoMic features a condenser element that utilizes a standard 9 Volt battery. The microphone will run for approximately 100 hours on a single battery.
A 3/8" thread at the base of the shockmount allows you to use the VideoMic on any standard boompole. Rubber O-rings suspend the microphone on the shockmount and protect against noise due to movement and handling.
The Stereo VideoMic On-Camera Microphone from Rode is a high-quality microphone designed for use with camcorders, DSLR cameras, and portable audio recorders. It features two high-resolution 1/2" condenser capsules mounted in a fixed X/Y stereo array, providing a natural stereo recording, while offering a high level of rear rejection.
The Stereo VideoMic can be used to capture environmental and ambient sounds, as well as live music. A built-in shockmounting system isolates the Stereo VideoMic's capsule and electronics from its mount, providing isolation from external physical factors that can cause unwanted rumble and vibrations in the microphone.
An attached, coiled cable terminates to a 1/8" (3.5mm) mini output connection. Other features include a standard sized shoe mount for mounting on cameras, a 3/8" thread in the base for mounting to a boom pole or stand, a high-pass filter at 80 Hz to prevent low-end noise, and a -10 dB pad that allows for the recording of loud sound sources. The Rode Stereo VideoMic is powered with a standard 9 Volt battery.
COMMENTATOR MICROPHONES
The Coles 4104B Lip Microphone is a ribbon microphone designed for commentary and speech capturing in noisy environments. A sensitive ribbon transducer is combined with a directional polar pattern and flat, low-cut frequency response at 16 Hz. The result is accurate signal reproduction without noise caused by ambiance or proximity effect.
Misc
The RØDE Podcaster is a dynamic, end-address USB microphone that combines broadcast-quality audio with the simplicity of USB connectivity, allowing recording direct to a computer without the need for an additional digital interface. With 18-bit resolution, 48kHz sampling A/D converter, the Podcaster processes all of the analogue-to-digital conversion internally, bypassing the computer's lower quality on-board sound controller altogether. A headphone output on the microphone body provides zero-latency monitoring, so the user can hear exactly what is being recorded, free of delay or echo.
The Podcaster features an internal pop filter, designed to minimise plosives sounds that can overload the microphone capsule and distort the audio output. It is fully compatible with Windows 7, Windows 8 and Mac OS X computers, as well as several Linux distributions.
The Podcaster is ideal for podcasting, vodcasting, voice recognition software, corporate videos and any production application that requires a simple yet professional voice-over microphone. It is also a convenient demo microphone for musicians and songwriters that prefer the convenience of a USB microphone but don't want to compromise sound quality.
Hydrophones
The 8010 Hydrophone is supplied with a water resistant, vulcanized cable which allows it to go 10 meters deep. This very sturdy omnidirectional piezoelectric pickup has flat response curve up to 20 KHz and down to 100 Hz. A 48V Phantom power supply is required in order to power the internal buffer, meaning it can be connected directly to a standard mic input.
The Type 8011 is the only 48 V phantom powered waterproof microphone specially designed to handle the high sound pressure levels and the high static ambient pressure in water and other fluids. The hydrophone uses a piezoelectric sensing element, which is frequency compensated to match the special acoustic conditions under water. A 10m high quality audio cable is vulcanized to the body of the Hydrophone and fitted with a standard 3-pin XLR. The output is electronically balanced and offers more than 100 dB dynamic range. The 8011 Hydrophone is the ultimate choice for professional sound recordings in water or under other extreme conditions where conventional microphones would be adversely affected. Use it on water sport, film shoot or broadcast for effects with great results.
Parabolic Reflector Dishes
Big Ears is a parabolic reflector that enables longer range, directional pick up of distant sound sources, even over 500 feet away. It is constructed from a custom plastic material made of a Kevlar, Butyrate and Acrylic combination which was specially developed for this purpose after years of testing and research. The result is a material that allows remarkable audio clarity over a wide frequency range, without the weight which, in the past, made reflectors too cumbersome. The design of the parabola was calculated in conjunction with a major university to ensure that the contours would provide the most ideal reflective pattern, resulting in a "sweet spot" that can be fine tuned to optimize its use in varying situations. The result not only means that the integrity of the shape is maintained, but also the thickness, which produces sonic consistency and the transparency allows better aiming.
Parabola Size: 58cm
Accessories
Panamic boom poles are elegantly hand-crafted in the UK from the highest quality carbon fibre. They are extremely lightweight, with superb balance and a wear-resistant nylon-web handle which provides additional comfort. The entire range, which includes three, four and five section poles ranging from 0.73 to 5.00 metres in length, have silent operating nylon bushes, precision locking-rings and titanium tips.
Panamic poles are seen by many in the film and TV industry as the best in their field, and have achieved an exceptional reputation for build-quality, reliability and a long working life. Their sound pedigree (pun intended!) extends back to 1972 when award-winning sound recordist Colin Charles began manufacturing the first generation of hand-held poles in Watford. Canford acquired Panamic in 2007, which saw manufacturing move to Canford’s Portland (Dorset) site along with key manufacturing personnel.
They are available in mini, midi or maxi sizes, this denoting the size of the outermost section (the ‘handle’), and with three, four or five sections. All tips are manufactured from titanium for strength and resistance to damage. Fixed tips have the industry-standard 3/8 inch threads. Detachable tips have two different threads, one at each end, 3/8 inch and 5/16 inch (an old film-industry standard). The poles have silent and smooth-operating nylon bushes, precision, knurled locking-rings (‘thimbles’) and a resilient rubber foot. All components are hand-crafted and replaceable.
Compact microphone stand with adjustable telescopic boom arm, fitted with 5/8” thread.
Professional, heavy-duty microphone stand. Suits stage and studio and perfect for most microphone applications. Use it for vocals, instrument micing, overhead micing and choirs or small to large bands. Features a secure cast twist-lock and a solid round black cast base.
Key Features:
Floor stand
Heavy duty
5/8” Thread (Adapters Available)
24.5cm diameter cast base
Height 85-148cm
Cast twist lock
2 Cable clips
The KMS 100 vocalist microphone features a hypercardioid polar pattern which suppresses the level of feedback in a live scenario. Additionally, proximity effect compensation together with a acoustically decoupled capsule make the KMS 100 an ideal handheld microphone for performance.