Sontronics STC-3X 3 Pattern Large Diaphragm Condenser Mic Pack Overview:

Sontronics STC-3X PACK is an all-in-one microphone and accessories package, together representing the ideal solution for achieving professional-quality recordings at home or in the studio.

The STC-3X microphone is a multi-pattern condenser featuring the three most commonly used polar patterns cardioid, omnidirectional and figure-of-eight. These are selectable using a simple switch on the rear of the mic.

The STC-3X boasts a dual one-inch, gold-sputtered diaphragm housed in a large, open grille and its filter and pad controls make it a versatile, flexible workhorse in any recording situation.

In fact, thanks to its three-stage pad and three-stage filter as well as its three polar patterns and bundled accessories, the Sontronics STC-3X mic is a best-seller into education (see below left for just a small list of schools and colleges using and enjoying it).

The STC-3X gives stunning results on everything from male and female vocals to acoustic guitar, piano, percussion, saxophone and other acoustic instruments. It also works extremely well on spoken word, making this a great set-up-and-go option for voiceover, broadcast and podcast. All you need is an interface and some headphones!

Users tell us that the Sontronics STC-3X gives impressive results on amplified sources such as guitar amps, bass cabs and re-amping monitor outputs, while in omni mode, STC-3X is fantastic for room and overhead miking as well as ensemble recording (backing vocals, choral, instrumental, orchestral or rock band!).

In figure-of-eight mode, STC-3X is perfect for stringing instruments, for head-to-head interview or even rapping, as well as for X-Y or mid-side stereo miking applications.

Features:

• Large-diaphragm condenser mic
• 3 polar patterns: omni, cardioid, figure-of-eight
• 3-stage pad and 3-stage filter
• Comes with free popshield, shockmount, 5-metre XLR cable and zip-up pouch
• Clear mids and highs, solid low end
• Smooth rolloff in high frequencies
• Extremely versatile

Specifications:

• Polar patterns: Cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-of-eight
• Filter: 3-stage (linear, 75Hz, 150Hz)
• Pad: 3-stage (0dB, -10dB, -20dB)
• Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz
• Sensitivity: 16mV/Pa -35dB 2dB (0dB = 1V/Pa @ 1,000Hz)
• Impedance: 200 Ohms
• Equivalent noise level: 18dB (A-weighted)
• Max SPL (for 0.5% THD @ 1kHz): 120dB
• Power: Phantom power 48V required
• Connector: 3-pin XLR (cable included)
• Dimensions: 194 x 53 x 53mm
• Weight: 640g (841g with shockmount)
• Comes with: shockmount, 2 spare elastics, popshield, 5-metre XLR cable, zip-up microphone pouch