The matte black Microtech Gefell M 900 is a cardioid condenser microphone intended for a wide range of stage and studio applications. Well suited for close-miking solo vocalists and instrumentalists and carefully engineered to deliver clean, natural, and transparent recordings, the mic provides a well-balanced frequency response across a wide 40 Hz to 18 kHz range with a gentle boost in the 7 to 12 kHz band for additional presence. The 1" diaphragm is suspended in an inverted basket that isolates the mic from handling noise and features a three-layer mesh grille that shields the capsule from plosives and vocals pops. The unusual design is comfortable for handheld vocal performances while giving the M 900 a remarkably distinctive appearance. The transformerless impedance transducer uses a balanced output stage that guarantees a high output capability and low intrinsic noise.
Recommended mic placement is at least 8 to 12 inches from your source, any closer and you'll get a noticeable increase in low frequencies due to the proximity effect—of course this can be desirable in some instances, if you're looking for a more pronounced bottom end. A high-pass filter is also on board to reduce unwanted low frequencies below 90 Hz, while a -10 dB pad can be engaged if you're miking up louder sources such as guitar amps. The cardioid pickup pattern helps to isolate the mic from other sound sources, including on-stage monitors, reducing feedback issues during live performances.
- 1" large-diaphragm condenser microphone for stage and studio
- Designed for close-miking solo instruments and vocals
- Cardioid polar pattern focuses audio capture on sound source for less bleed and feedback from on-stage monitors
- Low self noise and high output level
- Protective basket with integrated pop filter
- 40 Hz to 18 kHz frequency response
- High-pass filter removes unwanted low-end below 90 Hz
- -10 dB pad for loud sources
- 3-pin gold-plated XLR output
- Requires 48V phantom power
- Microphone clip available separately