The Aston Origin is a high-performance cardioid condenser microphone utilising a one inch (1") gold evaporated capsule. It is versatile enough to use with most instruments and excels on acoustic guitar and vocals. Its hand-selected capsule is teamed with high-end transformer-less circuitry using only the best components.The Origin is designed to deliver a direct, smooth and intimate sound for a natural and transparent recording.Specifications: Transducer Type: Condenser Acoustic Operating Principle: Pressure Gradient Directional Polar Pattern: Cardioid Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz (+/-3dB) Equivalent Noise Level: 18dB A-Weighted Sensitivity at 1kHz into 1kohm: 23.7mV/Pa Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%: 127dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio (rel. 94dB SPL): 76dB A-Weighted Pad Switch: -10dB Low-Cut Filter: 80Hz Power: 48 Volt Phantom power (+/- 4 Volts) required for operation
