Ideal for overheads, cymbals, hi-hat and acoustic instruments. Includes switchable -10 dB pad and 150 Hz bass roll off. Clip, windscreen and pouch. Requires 9-52 V phantom power. The Audix ADX-51 is a professional pre-polarized condenser microphone designed for general instrument and vocal capturing. The cardioid polar pattern eliminates residual noise and feedback at the off-axis sections of the capsule. The ADX-51 features a 10dB Pad switch to provide extra headroom while capturing highly transient audio signal. The low-frequency roll off switch eliminates low frequency hum, noise and proximity effect. The ADX-51 features a low-noise output circuitry and is at home capturing brass, percussion instruments, guitar cabinets, vocals and much more. Cardioid Polar Pattern The cardioid polar pattern effectively minimizes noise and off-axis audio that cause feedback. High SPL Capability The ADX-51 is capable of reproduces sound pressure levels of up to 132dB. 10dB Pad Switch A 10dB pad provides extra headroom whenever necessary. Low Frequency Roll-Off The low-frequency roll-off switch eliminates noise and low frequency ambiance.