M-Four – Multi-pattern High Performance Tube Condenser Microphone

The ART M-Four tube condenser microphone is perfect for recording both critical vocals and essential instruments. The dual diaphragm multi-pattern tube design delivers nine different polar pattern settings allowing unmatched versatility, making the M-Four ideal for virtually every recording application. The microphone's chassis is precision-tooled zinc/aluminum alloy with a dent resistant stainless-steel wire-mesh windscreen protects the dual gold sputtered diaphragms and integrated 12AX7 vacuum tube pre-amp. An external heavy-duty cradle mount suspension virtually eliminates vibration and handling noise. Low Noise External Power Supply The ART M-Four has nine available polar patterns, selectable from the front panel of the external power supply unit. Rather than limiting the user to only the three most common patterns (omnidirectional, cardioid, and figure-8 patterns), the ART M-Four has three gradient stages between each of those positions allowing the artist and recording engineer a wider tone pallet. For example, in vocal applications where an omnidirectional pattern isn't quite 'fat' enough, but cardioid is too narrow, you now have three additional steps to find the right subtle mix between those two standard patterns. With the ART M-Four you have the rare opportunity to use the proximity effect of a cardioid, yet still open up the microphone to hear some of the natural early reflections of a good sounding live room. The included heavy-duty cradle-mount suspension virtually eliminates vibration and handling noise, while at the same time safely securing the microphone in any position needed during the recording process. Features * Upgraded High Performance Gold Sputtered Dual Diaphragm Capsule * 9 User Selectable Polar Patterns (Including Omnidirectional, Cardioid and Figure-8 Positions) * -10dB Pad Switch and Low Frequency Roll-off Switch on Mic Body * Discrete Low Self-Noise Tube Circuit Design * Low Noise Constant Voltage External Power Supply * 7-pin XLR Cable Included * Heavy-Duty Cradle Shockmount Mount for Increased Stability & Isolation * Microphone in Protective Fitted Microphone Box * Aluminum Carrying Case Specifications: Type: Multi-pattern Tube Condenser Microphone Capsule: 1.35mm Gold Sputtered Dual Diaphragm Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional, Cardioid, Figure-8 with 6 Gradient Stages (Nine Total Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz Max SPL: 134dB Sensitivity: 12mv/Pa = 2dB (0dB=1v/Pa 1000Hz) S/N Ratio: 70dB @ 1Pa Impedance: <200 Ohm Equivalent Noise Level: 20dB (IEC268-4 A Weight) Power Requirement: Dedicated Power Supply Included Accessories: Heavy Duty Cradle Mount, 7-pin XLR Cable, Padded Wood Microphone Case, Aluminum Carrying Case (houses microphone & case, power supply, shockmount & cables) Microphones Series Overview Created to complement ART's industry leading brand of tube preamps, tube compressors and recording accessories, the ART M-Series will set the performance standard for professional microphones in this class and price category. Created specifically for professional, project and high-end home studio environments, M-Series microphones deliver superior sound and build quality, clarity and an unrivalled tone. Three all new innovative wide diaphragm side address FET microphones and one compact format large diaphragm classic ribbon microphone make up the M-Series line.