Description
Condition: Very good, showing only light signs of use. This sale is for the microphone only, there are no accessories included.
Experience professional studio-quality recordings with the Sontronics STC-3X . Designed for home studios, classrooms or professional environments, this microphone delivers outstanding clarity, versatility and ease of use for vocals, instruments, podcasts and more.
Main Features
- Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone. Offers cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-of-eight polar patterns, enabling flexible recording options for diverse applications such as vocals, ensembles, overhead miking and voiceovers.
- Large-Diaphragm Design: Captures detailed, warm and natural sound that enhances vocals and instruments with remarkable clarity.
- Switchable Low-Cut Filter & Pad Controls: Incorporates a three-step high-pass filter (linear, 75Hz, 150Hz) to reduce unwanted low-frequency rumble and selectable pads (0dB, -10dB, -20dB) for capturing louder sources without distortion.
- Wide Frequency Response: Spanning 20Hz to 20kHz, it provides balanced and true-to-source recordings across the entire audio spectrum.
- High Sensitivity and Low Noise: With 16mV/Pa sensitivity and an equivalent noise level of 18dB (A-weighted), this microphone captures even the subtlest details with minimal interference.
- Robust and Reliable Build: Made from high-quality materials to withstand regular use, ensuring longevity and studio reliability.
Technical Specifications
- Microphone type: Multi-pattern large-diaphragm condenser
- Polar patterns: Cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-of-eight
- Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz
- Pad settings: 0dB, -10dB, -20dB
- Filter settings: Linear, 75Hz, 150Hz
- Sensitivity: 16mV/Pa
- Impedance: ≤ 200 Ohms
- Max SPL: 125dB (at 0.5% THD, 1kHz)
- Equivalent noise level: 18dB (A-weighted)
- Connector: 3-pin XLR
- Power: Phantom power 48V required
- Dimensions: 194 x 53 x 53 mm
- Weight: 0.63 kg (1.23 kg with shockmount)
Frequently Asked Questions
➤ What recording environments is the STC-3X Pack suitable for?
The STC-3X is ideal for a variety of settings including home studios, professional recording studios, classrooms and podcast setups thanks to its versatile polar patterns and included accessories.
➤ Can the STC-3X handle loud sound sources?
Yes, the microphone features selectable -10dB and -20dB pads that allow it to capture loud sources without distortion, making it perfect for drums, amplifiers and other high SPL instruments.
➤ What polar patterns are available on the STC-3X?
The microphone offers three switchable polar patterns: cardioid for focused sound capture, omnidirectional for room ambience, and figure-of-eight for stereo or mid-side recording techniques.
➤ Is phantom power required for the STC-3X?
Yes, this condenser microphone requires 48V phantom power for operation, provided by most audio interfaces and recording mixers.
Delivery
This product is in stock and ready to ship
This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
Mainland UK: from £4.99 within mainland UK ( Orders over £199 are delivered FREE )
UK Non-Mainland: from £12.99
We regret that we do not ship this item outside the UK
