With high-performance specs and low RFI susceptibility, the bronze Microtech Gefell M 930 cardioid condenser microphone is especially well suited for demanding broadcast and studio recording of speech, vocals, and varied instruments. The large-diaphragm capsule and transformerless electronics, which are elastically suspended to inhibit vibration noise, allow the M 930 to produce excellent detail for low-level signals as well as distortion-free clarity at high SPLs up to 142 dB, all while yielding very low self-noise (7 dBA).
The overall frequency response is balanced and quite flat, with a slight rise from 7 to 11 kHz to exude enhanced presence and brilliance. Thanks to the cardioid polar pattern, cancellation at the rear of the mic exceeds 25 dB, helping minimize background noise and bleed from other sounds. Both compact and durable, the metal-bodied M 930 is attractive and easy to place. It includes a microphone holder and a wooden case for storage.
For Demanding Users
It is designed for professional and semi-professional users who place the highest demands on their equipment. The microphone is particularly suitable for universal use in radio and recording studios and, due to the price class, also in the demanding home recording sector.
Versatile Applications
Possible applications for the M 930 include singing, speaking positions, radio plays, and as a support microphone for recording guitars, keyboards, percussion, wind instruments, and strings.
Solid-State Condenser
The M 930 studio microphone combines updated large-diaphragm capsule technology with the latest semiconductor circuit technology. The condenser capsules exhibits a smooth frequency response with a slight presence boost in the 7 to 11 kHz range.
Detailed and Clear
The electronic impedance converter uses a newly perfected circuit topology. This design reduces the noise floor to an extremely low level (just 7 dBA) while also raising the maximum output capability. As a result, the microphone has a clean, distortion-free sound over an extremely wide dynamic range. Also, RFI susceptibility is very low.
Cardioid Polar Pattern
The polar response exhibits an exceptionally high degree of rejection for sounds impinging from the rear of the mic.
Internal Elastic Suspension
The microphone capsule and electronics are elastically suspended inside the compact metal housing. This reduces the sensitivity to mechanical impact and structure-borne noise.
Features at a Glance
- Extreme dynamic range
- Low noise floor (7 dBA)
- Universal applications
- Large-diaphragm capsule
- Advanced circuitry
- Transformerless output
- Internal elastic suspension
- Compact and sturdy design
- XLR 3-pin output connector
- 48V phantom powered
- Includes mic holder and wooden box
Microtech Gefell M 930 Specs
Microphone
Form Factor | Large Diaphragm Mic / Stand/Boom Mount |
Intended Sound Sources | Vocals, Speech/Voice Over, Instrument |
Sound Field | Mono |
Operating Principle | Pressure Gradient |
Capsule | Condenser |
Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
Pad | None |
High-Pass Filter | None |
Tone Adjustment | None |
Gain Adjustment | None |
Indicators | None |
On-Board Controls | None |
Windscreen | None |
Performance
Frequency Range | 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Maximum SPL | 142 dB SPL (.5% THD) |
Off-Axis Rejection | >2 dB at 60° >12 dB at 120° >25 dB at 180° |
Impedance | 100 Ohms |
Sensitivity | 21 mV/Pa at 1 kHz |
Output Level | 17 dBu (Max) |
Dynamic Range | 135 dB |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 81 dB CCIR (1 kHz) 87 dB A-Weighted (1 kHz) |
Equivalent Noise Level | 13 dB CCIR 7 dB A-Weighted |
Connectivity
Headphone Connector | None |
Power
Bus Power | None |
Operating Voltage | 48 V (Phantom Power) |
Operating Current Consumption | 3.6 mA |
Physical
Color | Bronze |
Mounting | Mic Clip/Stand Adapter (Included) |
Included Case | Hard Case |
Included Filters | None |
Construction Material | Metal |
Dimensions | .: 1.8 x L: 4.6" / .: 4.5 x L: 11.8 cm |
Weight | 7.41 oz / 210 g |
In the Box
- Microtech Gefell M 930 Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Bronze)
- MH 93.1 Microphone Holder
- Wooden Case
- 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty
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