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From: i.Gene [mailto:igene@frontiernet.net]
Sent: Monday, July 05, 2010 10:22 PM
To: Cliff Castle
Subject: Audix m1255-S vs. m1255-HC
Hi,
I've been trying to get info on these mics, but it's hard to find.
I've read the .pdf on the series, but it's not specific enough
I'd like to know what you mean by supercardiod/shotgun when describing the m1255-S's pickup pattern ?
From my understanding, achieving this pattern involves manipulation of an omni and a figure 8.
That's a very small capsule (It's not even as big as the m1280/90)
Do you have actual lobe charts for both these mics ?
Is the sound captured same/similar/colored/different compared to the Cardioid or even Hypercardioid ?
(tested at various distances and db variations...)
any other information you can provide would be appreciated
(like sound clips of the different mics in same environments)
thanks for your anticipated help,
Gene Dulyn
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Hi Gene,
The supercardioid pattern is the technical term for “shotgun” mic. Another term for this type of polar pattern is called “line cardioid.”
Basically, the capsule tube is elongated which effects the side lobe of the pickup pattern making it super directional.
The pattern will be the same on the M1250 or M1255 as it is on the M1280.
There are NO electronics involved with the mics as far as achieving the pick up patterns. This is done at the capsule level.
The attached photo is the M1255B with the shotgun capsule. As you can see , it adds quite a bit of length to the mic.
What is your applications for these mics – I may be able to give you some more info based on experience.
Best regards,
Cliff Castle
Audix Corporation
PO Box 4010
9400 SW Barber Street
Wilsonville, OR 97070
503-682-6933 ph
503-682-7114 fx
800-966-8261 sales
From: i.Gene [mailto:igene@frontiernet.net]
Sent: Tuesday, July 06, 2010 10:41 PM
To: Cliff Castle
Subject: Re: Audix m1255-S vs. m1255-HC
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Hi,
Thanks for that explanation. I was under the impression that the 1255-S was a small mic like the hyper, card., omni etc type.
Now that I see the picture I see that it actually looks like the larger shotgun pattern mics.
Well, primarily I need the 1255 series RFI immunity as I use them for video work and often get cellphone x-mit noises on my recordings.
(I currently have an m1245-C stereo pair)
I'd also like to narrow the pickup area, so there is a more pronounced stereo effect when I mix it with the soundboard recording.
I hang my mics overhead from a balcony on a boom about 10' from the stage 15' up.
Also, when I go record shows from a greater distance (20' - 100') the higher output sounds like a great plus.
I like the way my micros sound, so I'm willing to get another set just reading specs.
Oh, and the Shotgun size is too large. I'm trying to be unseen overhead.
I think the hypercardiod are the ones I'm looking for.
m1255-HC
Do you think it is the best choice for my needs ?
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Hi Gene,
It sounds like you are on the right track. Both the 1250 and 55 have RF protection.
The 1255 sounds like the way to go since you get a lot more sensitivity without extra noise.
The HC will definitely give you a tighter sound with less room noise.
The closer you can get them to the sound souce , the better the results.
Please let me know how they work out !
Best regards,
Cliff Castle
Audix Corporation
PO Box 40109400 SW Barber Street
Wilsonville, OR 97070
503-682-6933 ph
503-682-7114 fx
800-966-8261 sales
http://www.audixusa.comhttp://www.myspace.com/audixmicrophones