CAD M179 Variable-Pattern Condenser Microphone

Variable Pattern Externally Biased Condenser Microphone

The CAD M179 combines a vintage capsule design with advanced electronics. The M179 features the dual pattern version of the original equitek e-300 capsule, an externally biased capsule with a gold sputtered 1.1" diaphragm.

Similar to the M177 except with an adjustable Polar Pattern, the M179 features a dual sided, externally biased capsule with a gold sputtered 1.1" diaphragm. The M179 has a high speed, low noise operational amplifier head amp, coupled with a new discrete high efficiency power supply circuit. This results in incredibly low noise, low distortion and fast transient response. The M179 will even work with 24-volt phantom supplies! The M179 also features a non-capacitive 20 dB pad switch and an 80 Hz high-pass filter.

Features:

• Continuously variable pattern with a "hard" cardioid center detent.
• Large 1.1" dual diaphragm external bias condenser capsule.
• Gold sputtered diaphragms.
• High SPL capability (143 dB SPL with pad)
• Transformerless balanced output circuits.
• 20 dB non-capacitive pad
• 6dB/Octave @ 100Hz high-pass filter
• Stainless steel internal pop/EMI filter.

Specifications:

• Type: Side address, external bias condenser
• Frequency Response: 10-20 kHz
• Polar Pattern: Variable
• Impedance: 200 ohms
• Sensitivity: -36 dBV (16mV) @ 1Pa
• Equivalent Noise Level: 11 dB-A
• Maximum SPL: 143 dB SPL (with pad)
• Total Harmonic Distortion: Less than 0.15%
• Switches: High-pass filter, 20dB pad
• High-Pass Filter: 100Hz, 6dB/octave
• Powering: Minimum requirements are 24-52V phantom power capable of delivering at least 8 mA.
• Connector: Three pin male XLR type.
• Finish: Durable charcoal gray urethane. Satin nickle plated front & rear screen.
• Dimensions: 2.25" (57.2 mm) Dia., x 7.00" (177.8 mm) High
• Net Weight: 17.8 oz. (506 grams)
• Furnished Accessories: MZM-5 elastic suspension shockmount