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ST55 Large Diaphragm FET Condenser Mic

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A more affordable way to record high-quality audio.

The Sterling Audio ST55 is an FET condenser microphone that employs a large capsule with an ultra-thin 3-micron evaporated gold Mylar diaphragm. The ST55 mic is built with an exclusive process that eShow More

Specs

ST55 Large Diaphragm FET Condenser Mic Specifications:

Preamp: Class-A FET
Polar Patterns: Fixed cardioid
High Pass Filter: Switchable 75Hz, 12dB/octave
Attenuation Pad: Switchable -10dB
Frequency Response: 20Hz ” 18kHz
Equivalent Noise: 22dB SPL ” A Weighted
Sensitivity: 32mV/Pa
Maximum SPL: 134dB-144dB (adjustable w/pad)
Typical Load Impedance: >500 ohms
Output Source Impedance: 200 ohms transformer isolated
Dimensions: 7-1/2" long, 1-4/5" max. dia.
Weight: 1 lb.

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ST55 Large Diaphragm FET Condenser Mic

A more affordable way to record high-quality audio.

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