The Sontronics Halo is a dynamic microphone engineered specifically for use on electric guitar amps. The mic offers a frequency response of 50 Hz to 15 kHz and produces an assertive guitar sound that is designed to cut through even busy mixes without needing a lot of EQ. The dynamic microphone capsule can handle very loud SPLs, allowing you to place the mic very close to the amp and take advantage of the proximity effect for more low end, if desired.

The mic's metal grille and integrated shockmount provide a distinctly retro appearance while helping to protect the capsule and reduce vibrations and handling noise. In addition to sounding great on guitar amps, the Halo is also recommended for capturing harmonicas and snare drums.

Delivers Assertive Guitar Sound    Dynamic Mic Capsule Handles Loud SPLs    Integrated Shockmount    50 Hz to 15 kHz Frequency Response    3-Pin XLR Output    Does Not Require Phantom Power

• Dynamic microphone designed to capture nuances of electric guitar amps and cabinets
• Also for use on harmonica and snare drum
• Supercardioid polar pattern focuses audio capture tightly in front of mic capsule for a clean sound with less feedback issues
• Dynamic element does not require phantom power
• 50 Hz to 15 kHz frequency response provides assertive guitar sound that cuts through mix
• Used by Kings of Leon, Queens of the Stone Age, and Blur
• Designed, developed, and hand built in the UK

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How do i convert 4 wire output to xlr

A: You can contact Bogen for a wiring diagram. You can reach Bogen by phone at 800-999-2809. Their business hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM EST Monday through Friday.

Q: 2. I'm getting a lot of handling noise with this mic. Does anyone have a suggestion/best practices on how to minimize, or eliminate, the handling noise? I almost can't use the audio recorded because of this issue.

A: Swap out the XLR cable. The mic shouldn't be generating much handling noise in normal use. I'm on my second one now after taking my original one around the world doing interviews for six years, and finally retired it. The most likely cause is a bad connection inside the XLR connector on the mic end of the cable, since that's where most of the stress is placed in routine use.

Q: 3. Is the MD-46 or the Electro-voice RE50 better in windy conditions? Which handles wind gusts better without a fur wind screen?

A: Neither one is going to handle wind well. Get a fur wind screen! Probably the MD46 is better, but that's not saying much under windy conditions.

Q: 4. what is the size of the wind screen for the Sennheiser MD-46?

A: The wind screen you need for the Sennheiser MD-46 is the MZW 1, product code 004839. I don't have the actual physical dimensions available.

Q: 5. Can I use this with Behringer XENYX 502? If so how do I connect it?

A: It is possible to connect the Behringer BA 85A Dynamic Microphone to the Behringer XENYX 502 mixer using a regular XLR microphone cable.

Q: 6. Sennheiser MD-46, where is the serial number located and how do I get to it?

A: I couldn't find teh serial number. This mic really disappointed me. It was very expensive and produces an annoying noise. I thought was my mixer, but I tried oder mic and the noise have disappeared.

Q: 7. I want to hook this up to a desktop base station to communicate via FSR/GMSR. The mic connection to my desktop radio is 2.5mm (female) stereo. Could I use a 2.5mm to 3.5mm adapter (4 conductor), and then pair that to a 4-pole 3.5mm male to AV 4 pin screw solderless shield connection? Of course, apply heatshrink over the solderless shield to reduce chance of corrosion and better secure the bond.

A: This mic was not designed to be connected to that style of mic connection, and any attempt to connect multiple adapters can not be guaranteed to work. With relay contacts and possible impedance mismatches being potential issues, I would not recommend it.

Q: 8. Hangup clip included??

A: No, there is no hang-up clip included with the Astatic 611L Palmheld Omnidirectional Dynamic Microphone.

Q: 9. Is the BA 85A transformer-less like the SL 85S, or does it have a transformer inside, like the Beta 58?

A: Yes. It is T-former-less.

Q: 10. Is this mic compatible with Sennheiser ew 100 g3 wireless transmitter?

A: The best way to use this microphone with that system is to buy a Sennheiser plug on transmitter that runs on the same frequency as your system.