Description
The M1250B, a miniaturized condenser microphone with a fully integrated preamp and detachable cable, has complete immunity from RF interference caused by cell phones and GSM devices. The M1250B, which is equipped with a cardioid capsule, is also available with hypercardioid, omni or shotgun capsules, giving the microphone the unique ability to be used in a wide variety of live, studio and broadcast applications.
The M1250B is available with a wide array of clips and accessories allowing the microphone to be used for drums, percussion, musical instruments, overhead stage miking, podiums, conferences, and presentations.
Polar Patterns
The M1250B is offered in 4 different polar patterns to help you achieve optimum results.
Cardioid
In general, the cardioid pattern is the most widely used as it offers a good balance between the sound of the instrument or voice within the context of the room or venue. The cardioid pattern is also helpful with resistance to feedback. For acoustic instruments, in general, the working range will depend on the sound pressure levels produced by the instrument. Because of its small size, the M1250B can also be used in hard to reach areas, such as beneath a cymbal. For orchestral instruments, the M1250B may be positioned anywhere from 3 - 12 inches depending on instrument and room acoustics. For speech or singe voice the typical working distance is 8 - 10 inches. For area miking or group vocals the working distance can be between 2 - 3 feet from the sound source.
Hypercardioid
In situations where the volume is loud on stage or there are many open microphones, this pattern is helpful in further isolating the instrument or vocal from the rest of the instruments on stage. The microphone can be worked at ½ the distance of cardioid if necessary.
Omni-Directional
This pattern picks up from all directions, offering very little in the way of isolation or feedback control. However, the omni pattern offers the most accurate and natural sound reproduction of all the patterns. It is ideal for recording, live broadcasts or video where sound reinforcement speakers are not an issue.
Supercardioid
This polar pattern, also known as a shotgun pick up pattern, has a longer reach and more narrow pattern than the other cardioid patterns. This pattern is a preference at time for podium applications. It is helpful in pin-pointing hard to reach areas, especially for recording outdoors, and with video.
Features
- Small, lightweight, low profile
- Miniaturized integrated preamp circuitry
- No external power adapter needed
- 12 mm gold vapor diaphragm
- Immune to RF interference
- Extremely low noise, high SPL handling
- Available with a cardioid, hypercardioid, omnidirectional or supercardioid capsule
Applications
- Overhead mic for choir, group vocal
- Acoustic instruments
- Ambient room miking
- Symphonic area miking
- Speech / Presentation
- Cymbals / Percussion
Supplied Accessories
- 25’ cable with mini-XLRf - XLRm connectors (CBLM25)
- Mic stand adapter (MCMICRO)
- Hanging clip (MCHANGER)
- External foam windscreen (WS1218)
Specifications
Transducer Type Condenser
Frequency Response 50 Hz - 19 kHz
Polar Pattern Cardioid / Hypercardioid / Omni / Supercardioid
Output Impedance 150 ohms
Sensitivity Cardioid 10 mV / Pa @ 1k
Sensitivity Hyperardioid 10 mV / Pa @ 1k
Sensitivity Omnidirectional 11 mV / Pa @ 1k
Signal/Noise Ratio (A-weighted) 73 dB
Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted) 21 dB
Maximum SPL @ .5% THD ≥140 dB
Dynamic Range 119 dB
Power Requirements 18 – 52 V
Connector 3 pin mini-XLRm
Polarity Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3
Housing / Finish Machined brass / Powder coat
Weight 0.55 oz / 15.6 grams
Length 2.1 inches / 54 mm