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Sanken CS-2 Mono Shotgun Microphone

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Sanken CS-2 Mono Shotgun Microphone
Key Features
  • Long-Distance Shotgun Pickup
  • Supercardioid Polar Pattern
  • Sanken Rectangular Capsule
  • Rich, Natural Sound
The CS-2 Mono Shotgun Microphone from Sanken is a supercardioid, DC-biased condenser microphone that is 9.84" in length. It can be used to capture audio in indoor and outdoor locations with a rich and natural sound for video, film, and speech applications.
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Sanken CS-2 Overview

The CS-2 Mono Shotgun Microphone from Sanken is a supercardioid, DC-biased condenser microphone that is 9.84" in length. It can be used to capture audio in indoor and outdoor locations with a rich and natural sound for video, film, and speech applications.

Featuring a 4.72" long acoustic tube in a standard 9.84" body, the CS-2 mic offers sharp directivity and is built with a high-boost frequency switch. This allows you to replace some of the presence and high frequencies that are lost while using windscreens. The CS-2 is powered by a +48V phantom power. The long-range pick up and pristine sound quality make it suitable for motion picture audio, broadcasts, sporting events, interviews, and more.

Long range and rich, natural sound
Sanken's proprietary rectangular capsule results in super sharp directivity
High-boost switch automatically compensates for the attenuation of high frequencies when the mic is used with a windscreen/windjammer for outdoor use

Sanken CS-2 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Shotgun
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Controls
High Boost
Frequency Response
50 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
130 dB
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Shotgun
Polar Pattern
Supercardioid
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Orientation
End Address
Controls
High Boost
Filter & EQ
High Boost: +3 dB at 8 kHz
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
50 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
130 dB
Sensitivity
63 mV/Pa
Equivalent Noise Level
15 dB (A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
48 V
Physical
Color
Black
Dimensions
ø: 0.75 x L: 9.84" / ø: 19 x L: 249.94 mm
Weight
3.88 oz / 110 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.1 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10.6 x 4.3 x 3.2"

Sanken CS-2 Reviews

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By Paul
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-04-06

I had one Sanken CS-2 and two Rhodes. The Sanken is so clear it does not mix well with the Rhodes so I bought a second. Best mic I have ever used. I use it as a second channel to give me redundancy.

Magnifique, natural quality!

By Devon
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-09-26

I my typical work environment is usually sound mixing from indie short films to corporate shoots. I needed a decent upgrade and, dayumn, this mic was a great medium!! It captures VERY natural sound when it comes to dialogue. Picking up on sounds for field recording and ambience is a plus as well, even though it's a short shotgun it does carry across a pretty decent distance. Side and rear rejection isn't all too bad, better than what you'd get with an average under 1k mic. Nice and rugged, compact build. No disappointments here! Worth the investment, especially when you're looking to meet near other expensiv-O shotgun mic w/o your pocket hating your guts for overbearing it's limits ;)

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