M-Audio Sputnik Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

The M-Audio Sputnik is a professional grade, cost-effective vacuum tube microphone designed to rival much more costly tube microphones. The Sputnik utilizes class-A amplifier circuitry and vacuum tube electronics that result in a warm audio quality and character comparable to classic vacuum tube microphones.   This multi-pattern microphone provides cardioid, omnidirectional and figure 8 polar patterns for optimum flexibility. The Sputnik delivers all this in a package that includes a professional shockmount, dedicated power supply, 7-pin microphone cable, grounded IEC power supply, soft cloth bag and a custom flight case.   Features 1" diameter, 3-micron evaporated-gold diaphragm Switchable cardioid, figure-eight, and omni polar patterns 20 Hz – 20 kHz frequency response, ± 1 dB Hand-selected military-grade 6205M vacuum tube Dual-layer steel grille offers solid protection Solid brass body; tuned solid brass backplate Switchable 10 dB pad and 80 Hz filter (12 dB/octave) Dedicated powe