The B-5 is a small-diaphragm studio condenser microphone that ships with two interchangeable capsules, letting you switch between cardioid and omnidirectional pickup patterns depending on the recording situation. That capsule flexibility makes it useful for both close microphone placement on instruments and capturing a room’s natural ambience. The B-5 adapts to a wider range of recording tasks than a fixed-pattern small-diaphragm microphone. Professional gold-sputtered diaphragm condenser microphone for unsurpassed audio quality Ideal as main and support microphone for studio and live applications—suited to acoustic instruments and drum overheads 2 interchangeable capsules with cardioid and omnidirectional pickup patterns Pressure-gradient transducer with shock-mounted gold-sputtered diaphragm capsule Switchable low-frequency roll-off and input attenuation Ultra-low-noise transformerless FET input eliminates low-frequency distortion Gold-plated 3-pin XLR output connector for maximum signal integrity Rugged construction with satin nickel-plated brass body Stand adapter, windscreen and transport case included
