Large-diaphragm condenser capsule for warm, natural, and detailed sound.
* Cardioid polar pattern, which focuses on sound from the front while reducing noise from the sides and rear.
* 80 Hz high-pass filter to reduce rumble, handling noise, and plosives.
* -10 dB pad switch for recording very loud sound sources without distortion.
* Low self-noise (12 dB SPL), making it excellent for vocals and quiet recordings.
* High SPL handling of up to 158 dB with the pad engaged, suitable for loud instruments like guitar amps and drums.
* Requires 11–52 V phantom power, typically supplied by an audio interface such as your Scarlett 2i2.