Rode K2 Valve Studio Condenser Microphone

K2 Valve Studio Condenser Microphone description:

The K2 delivers a rich, pure, tube sound with exceptionally low self-noise (10dBA), high maximum sound pressure level (162dBA) and an extremely wide dynamic range (150dB). The polar pattern is continuously variable from the remote power supply, resulting in an unbeatable combination of versatility, sound quality and value.

The TYPE HF1 dual diaphragm capsule represents RØDE's finest transducer technology. Coupled with their most advanced high output tube circuitry, the K2 brings out every little detail, nuance & whisper, while handling even the loudest source material. The K2 is literally in a class by itself. Includes shockmount, case, power supply and 30 ft. cable.

Features:

• Class A valve circuitry
• Dedicated power supply
• Superlative class condenser microphone
• Hand-selected and graded 6922 twin-triode valve
• High strength welded and heat-treated steel mesh head
• Durable satin nickel finish
• Internal capsule shock mounting
• High level of RF rejection
• Supplied complete with SM2 Shock Mount and RC2 Custom Carry Case
• Continuously variable polar patterns. From omni, through cardiod to figure8, controlled at the power supply

Specifications:

• Acoustic Principle: Externally polarized 25 mm (1 in.) condenser
• Active Electronics: Thermionic impedance converter with bipolar output buffer
• Pickup Pattern: Multi-pattern
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz
• Output Impedance: 200 ohms
• Sensitivity: -36 dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (16 mV @ 94dB SPL) +/- 2 dB
• Equivalent Noise: 10 dBA SPL (per IEC651, IEC268-15)
• Maximum Output: > + 30 dBu (@ 1% THD into 1kOhms)
• Dynamic Range: 150dB (per IEC651, IEC268-15)
• Maximum SPL: 162 dB (@ 1% THD into 1kOhms)
• Signal/Noise: > 81 dB (1kHz rel 1 Pa; per IEC651, IEC268-15)
• Power Requirements: Dedicated Power Supply (110 ~ 120V/220 ~ 240V, 50/60Hz)