Earthworks TC30
Small Diaphragm Omnidirectional Studio Condenser Microphone with 9Hz to 30kHz Frequency Response
Question: what mic has no proximity effect, no handling noise, possibly the fastest response time around, a razor-flat frequency response, and the ability to gracefully handle SPL's upwards of 150dB? Yep, the TC30, Earthworks' flagship omni directional condenser. You can close mic incredibly loud sound sources (our friend places his TC30 about a half a centimeter outside a rock snare drum's side vent-hole... with awesome results) and not worry about distortion or proximity.
Remarkable, and a necessity to round out any mic cabinet.
The TC30 is a general-purpose omni. It is an ideal choice for close miking louder sources like guitar, bass, piano, horns and percussion. The TC30 is very popular for drum overheads. It is incredibly clean up to 150 dB SPL while simultaneously capturing subtle details. Its fast, clean impulse performance yields a remarkably transparent sound. It is an excellent room mic for ambiance in the studio and for recording rehearsals and performances. It has no handling noise, no proximity effect and is very forgiving in terms of placement. TC30 condenser microphone is every bit as unique in design as it is in functionality and sound. Primarily designed for crucial capturing of loud, transient rich sources, the TC30 excels when used on drums, percussion, overheads, piano, horns, guitar cabinets, and other amplified instruments. The prepolarized omnidirectional capsule exhibits fast response to transient (peak) signals. The capsule is coupled with a dedicated low output impedance preamplifier resulting in transparent signal reproduction without noise and peak distortion. An impressively wide, flat frequency response and omni-directional pick up pattern further maximize detail and eliminate noise due to proximity effect. Overall the TC30 is a valued addition to professional and project recording facilities as well as sound reinforcement rigs. If you are looking for a directional microphone with full, open, detailed sound, your search has ended! Once you use the Earthworks TC30 you will wonder how you ever got along without it. Earthworks TC30 Features : - Ultra Wide Frequency Response provide impressively detailed signal reproduction.
- Fast Transient Response capable of capturing signal rich in transient peaks without noise and distortion.
- High SPL Handling provides incredible headroom.
- Omnidirectional Polar Pattern.
If you prefer transparency over coloration, a matched pair of TC30s is a 'must have'. Listen! You can hear all of the sound with the QTC30. It sounds like you are there. This is the microphone of your dreams!
Earthworks TC30 Specifications :
* Transducer: Condenser
* Polar pattern: Omnidirectional
* Frequency Response: 9Hz to 30kHz
* Sensitivity: 10mV/Pa (-40dBV/Pa)
* Power requirements: 48V Phantom, 10mA
* Peak acoustic input: 150dB SPL
* Output Impedance 100 ohm, balanced (50 ohm ea.pin 2&3)
* Output: XLR (pin 2+)
* Minimum output load: 600 ohm between pins 2 & 3
* Noise: 27dB SPL equivalent (A weighted)
* Dimensions: 9 x .860" (229 x 22mm) (Length x Diameter)
* Weight: .5lb
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