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Gear / Technical Help => Microphones & Setup => Topic started by: vegeta_ban on August 17, 2010, 10:42:49 PM
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I already have a pair of superlux cm-h8k mics with omni caps and have had great recordings over the past couple of years with them. However I have always wanted a pair of shotguns, do these look good. Since I am likely going to upgrade to an R44 i would like to try these shotguns vs. my omnis.
(http://www.avlex.com/images/superlux_models/PRA_118S_L.jpg)
Also what would the difference between short and long mean soundwise?
* Back electret microphone
* Excellent control on off-axis sound
* Minimum coloration
* Smooth and extending on-axis response
* Natural and crystal speech reinforcement
Applications
* Film and EFP productions.
* Theater and SNG/ENG tasks
Type: Back electret Condenser
Polar Pattern: Strong Cardioid
(http://www.superlux.com.tw/upload/function.product.info/a9cbf1b0-a3c6-4436-9251-402c486ce2d3/img_PRA118L_polar.png)
PRA118L POLAR GAI
Frequency resopnse: 30~16000Hz
(http://www.superlux.com.tw/upload/function.product.info/a9cbf1b0-a3c6-4436-9251-402c486ce2d3/img_PRA118L_fr.png)
PRA118L FR GAI
Sensitivity: -33dBV/Pa (22.4mV/Pa)
Impedance: 200Ω
Minimum Load Impedance:1000Ω
Equivalent Noise Level: 18dB
Max. SPL:130dB(THD 1% 1000Hz).
Signal-to-NoiseRatio: 76dB
Dynamic Range:112dB
Power Supply: 48V DC Phantom
Current consumption: 3mA
Dimension: MIC Φ21mm(0.83")X540mm(21.26")
Foam Φ45mm(1.77")X450mm(17.7")
Price is $225 a mic, is that good? since i like the 'luxes i got now would this be good for me as well. Thanks for any input.
Also i hope my questions make any sense
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personally I don't like the sound of most shotguns
but I have heard some awesome recording made with them
I would stay away from almost any mice that didn't go up to 20k
30-20k would be one thing but 30-16k
I'd say no
cheap price may not be a great investment you might want to check out some RODE mics
the NTG2 or NTG1
at Full Compass if you call a rep you can usually get a better price then posted on the web, my rep Ron V has been there for about 20 years and my rep for over 13 years.
here:
http://www.fullcompass.com/product/254849.html (http://www.fullcompass.com/product/254849.html)
Specifications
* Acoustic Principle: Line plus Gradient
* Directional Pattern: Super-Cardioid
* Frequency Range: 20Hz-20kHz, selectable HPF @ 80Hz/12dB octave
* Output Impedance: 50 ohms
* Maximum SPL: 139 dB
* Power (Supply voltage): P48 Phantom, 44V to 52V
* Output Connection: 3 pin XLR, balanced output
* Weight approx.: 3.37 oz
* Dimensions: 8 9/16" long
NTG 2
here:
http://www.fullcompass.com/product/266727.html (http://www.fullcompass.com/product/266727.html)
Specifications:
* Acoustic Principle: Line plus Gradient
* Directional Pattern: Super-Cardioid
* Frequency Range: 20Hz-20kHz, selectable HPF @ 80Hz/12dB octave
* Output Impedance: 250 ohms phantom power, 350 ohmsbattery power
* Maximum SPL: 131 dB
* Power (Supply voltage): 1.5V Alkaline battery or P48Phantom
* Output Connection: 3 pin XLR, balanced output
* Weight approx.: 5 oz
* Dimensions: 10 15/16" long
I think they would be better and possibly cheaper for you
# Designed & manufactured in Australia
# Full 2 year guarantee
not a china mic and you'd be happier
peace
--Ian
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Official RODE website
specs and such
here:
http://www.rodemic.com/microphone.php?product=NTG-1 (http://www.rodemic.com/microphone.php?product=NTG-1)
http://www.rodemic.com/microphone.php?product=NTG-2 (http://www.rodemic.com/microphone.php?product=NTG-2)
probably cost the same or less for a better mic
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Cool thanks, I'll look into it.