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CardioidApex Electronics 550

Cardioid Condenser Microphone

The Apex550 is a large-diaphragm FET condenser with a transformerless output. The mic has a large-diaphragm capsule that appears to be a standard K67 type, and a switchable pad (-10dB) and high-pass filter.

The mic ships with its proprietary shockmount, a foam windscreen, and a flightcase.

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Specifications

Pickup Patterns Pads & Filters
Cardioid (21 mV/Pa; 20 - 20,000 Hz)
Capsule Dimensions Impedance SPL/Noise
Capsule diameter: 35mm
200 Ohms (Low) Max SPL: 145 dB
Self-noise: 14.0 dB(A)
Weight Length Max Diameter Interface(s)
494g (17.43oz) 160mm (6.30'') 55mm (2.17'')
  • 3-pin XLR male (1)
Power Specifications
  • Requires phantom power
  • Phantom voltage: 48 ± 4v

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