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Parading on stage for you this
month are some of the best live
vocal mics on the market.
AKG has recently released
the new limited edition D7
LTD reference class dynamic
microphone that features a
‘deep-drawing’ laminated varimotion
diaphragm to allow
fine-tuning without any extra
tuning resonators. The supercardioid
pattern gives a frequency
range of 70Hz-20kHz,
while the integrated high-pass
filter eliminates all handling
noises. An extra windshield is
also included in the package.
www.akg.com
The AE5400 cardioid condenser mic
from audio-technica heads up the
Artist Elite Series and incorporates
a large-diaphragm element with
a true condenser design. Notable
features include a multi-stage
grille design for protection against
plosives and sibilance, high-quality
double-sided PCB surface-mount
components, and anti-shock engineering
for low handling noise.
Furthermore, all Artist Series and
Artist Elite live sound mics are now
covered by the company’s lifetime warranty.
www.audio-technica.com
The OM5 from Audix is a dynamic
vocal mic suitable for stage,
studio, and broadcast use.
The tight hypercardioid polar
pattern ensures source sound
isolation, while the natural attenuation
at 120Hz helps to reduce
boominess and handling noise.
The frequency range extends
from 48Hz-19kHz, accentuated
by a VLM (Very Low Mass) diaphragm
for ‘natural response,
accurate sound reproduction,
and exceptional transient response’.
www.audixusa.com
Live Vocal Mics
The beyerdynamic TG-X 930 is
built around the capsule from
the MC 930 true condenser
microphone, and features a slight
treble boost to deliver an ‘open
and detailed sound’ on top of
neutral transmission. A stainless
steel basket with multi-layer
gauze and additional inner basket
protects against pop sounds,
provides easy cleaning solutions,
and improves rear-attenuation for
feedback suppression.
www.beyerdynamic.com
The PL (Professional Live) Series
Vocal Group from Electro-Voice
comprises seven mics, all benefiting
from Memraflex grilles, shockmounted
capsules, and a non-reflective
textured satin finish. The PL24
and PL24S (switched version) offer
vocal clarity; the PL44 delivers plugand-play
placement of vocals in any
mix; the ‘EQ-friendly’ PL80a enables
up-front vocal placement; the PL80c
presents a ‘Classic’ finish; while the
PL84 and PL8S are suitable for enhancing
detail and presence.
www.electrovoice.com
The KMS 104 plus from Neumann
is the latest development in its
stage microphone series with a
design philosophy that gears its
use towards female vocals in the
rock and pop field. The company
believes the cardioid polar pattern
mic offers a highly transparent
sound and maximum reliability
with regards to feedback.
Furthermore, the robust housing,
grille, and electronics ensure
protection from challenging
stage environments.
www.neumann.com
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Audio Media has done all the hard work in bringing you a smorgasbord of technical
delicacies to pick and choose from. If your stage sound isn’t quite cutting it, the
following offerings could well be what you’re looking for.
The H1 hand-held condenser
from sE Electronics is based
on the sE2a condenser capsule,
re-voiced and tuned to
accept an SPL of up to 145dB.
The mic is suitable for both live
and studio use, with a cardioid
polar pattern and a frequency
response of 20Hz-20kHz. The
mic also utilises an internal
shock mount that dramatically
reduces handling noise during
live performances.
www.seelectronics.com
Sennheiser’s E965 handheld vocal
microphone utilises a true condenser
capsule with large
diaphragm technology, and combines
the company’s knowledge
in the field of acoustics with stage
functionality. Notable features
include switchable pick-up pattern
(cardioid/super-cardioid), low cut
switch, switchable pad (-10dB),
integrated acoustic pop and windshield,
moisture damage protection,
and a shock-mounted capsule
for suppression of handling noise.
www.sennheiser.co.uk
AMSR
The soon to be released Super 55 Deluxe Vocal
Microphone from Shure is an
evolution of the 55SH Series, and
comes with a self-tensioning swivel
mount to permit tilting through 45
degrees forward and 80 degrees
backward. The new model is
further augmented by a chromeplated
design, tailored frequency
response, a shock mounted cartridge,
high gain-before-feedback,
and strong off-axis rejection.
Of course, the ubiquitously robust SM58
continues to remain as popular as ever.
www.shure.co.uk