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Sanken CUB-01 Boundary Microphone (Gray)

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Sanken CUB-01 Boundary Microphone (Gray)
Key Features
  • For Boardrooms, Conferences & Courtrooms
  • Cardioid/Front Side of Hemisphere
  • 60 Hz to 15 kHz Frequency Response
  • 48V Phantom Power
The gray CUB-01 from Sanken is a boundary microphone that features a small profile while delivering a sound synonymous with large diaphragm microphones. The CUB-01 is an excellent choice for conferences, boardrooms, courtrooms, news broadcasts, film and more. The microphone features a unique square-shaped cardioid capsule, which significantly enlarges the area of the diaphragm. This proprietary design results in a rich, natural, "full-bodied" sound quality that is often associated with large diaphragm condenser microphones.
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Sanken CUB-01 Overview

The gray CUB-01 from Sanken is a boundary microphone that features a small profile while delivering a sound synonymous with large diaphragm microphones. The CUB-01 is an excellent choice for conferences, boardrooms, courtrooms, news broadcasts, film and more. The microphone features a unique square-shaped cardioid capsule, which significantly enlarges the area of the diaphragm. This proprietary design results in a rich, natural, "full-bodied" sound quality that is often associated with large diaphragm condenser microphones.

The CUB-01 is easily installed into any surface with minimal effort and its miniature profile renders the microphone inconspicuous. The wide frequency response effectively reproduces speech, instruments and ambiance. The cardioid polar pattern effectively minimizes off-axis noise and ambiance while providing a focused pick up.

Hemispherical - Cardioid Polar Pattern
The CUB-01 features a cardioid pick up pattern at the upper-hemisphere of the capsule. The result is excellent noise and phase suppression at the surface while maintaining a generous pick up area at the top.
Miniature Design
The miniature design results in inconspicuous, low profile microphone placement.
Square Capsule Design
The square diaphragm results in a larger diaphragm area. The result is a sound quality synonymous with large diaphragm condenser microphones.
XLR Output Connector
The CUB-01 features a standard 3-pin XLR male output and is powered with 48V phantom power.

Sanken CUB-01 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Boundary
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Electret Condenser
Controls
None
Frequency Response
60 Hz to 15 kHz
Maximum SPL
122 dB
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Boundary
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Element Type
Electret Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Controls
None
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
60 Hz to 15 kHz
Maximum SPL
122 dB
Sensitivity
40 mV/Pa
Equivalent Noise Level
16 dB (A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
48 V (Phantom Power)
Physical
Color
Gray
Mounting Thread Size
Included Mount Has No Threading
Dimensions
ø: 1.28" / ø: 32.51 mm
Weight
1.59 oz / 45 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.775 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.8 x 5.1 x 2.05"

Sanken CUB-01 Reviews

Boundary? Maybe not.

By AlanB
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2013-12-07

The description of the CUB-01 is somewhat misleading. The cardioid pattern is not vertical but horizontal. The pickup pattern is sideways in one direction. This makes the mic not suitable for plopping down in the middle of a table surrounded by people speaking or sticking it to the headliner of a car. The directionality is roughly indicated by the polar pattern badge on top of the mic. I say roughly because on the one I tested the pattern was off by about 20 degrees clockwise. To mic two people in a car well you would need a CUB-01 for each person. The CUB-01 doesn't function like a boundary layer microphone to my ears. There is no discernible difference in room reverberation whether the mic is on or off a surface nor is there a boost in higher frequencies. For me it sounds more like a boundary mic if placed upside down on a hard surface. It's a good sounding mic useful mainly as a directional plant mic in my opinion. I am a film sound recordist with many years of experience.

very good mike from sanken

By northwind
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2012-06-28

I use it to record dialogue in cars

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Can you put a 3.5mm end on this mic?

Can you put a 3.5mm end on this mic?
Asked by: Matthew
The Sanken CUB-01 Boundary Microphone could theoretically be terminated in a 3.5mm TRS connector. Just keep in mind the power requirement of 3 to 10 VDC.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2023-12-31

Can I wire a 3.5mm end to this?

Can I wire a 3.5mm end to this?
Asked by: Matthew
Yes, the CUB-01 Boundary Microphone (Beige) comes unterminated and can be terminated with a 3.5mm TRS connector.
Answered by: Alex D
Date published: 2023-12-31
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