The matched pair of satin nickel M 950 Microphones from Microtech Gefell includes two wide-cardioid microphones that combine a large-diaphragm capsule with semi-conductor circuit technology. The pair can be used to capture audio in broadcast, project, home, and professional studios and are well suited for use on a wide range of sources including singers, speakers, keyboards, strings, wind instruments, and more. Additionally, two mic holders and a KS25 stereo rail are supplied for easy positioning in stereo configurations.

The condenser microphone capsule delivers a smooth frequency response from 40 Hz to 20 kHz with a slight elevation from 7 to 11 kHz for additional presence. Its wide-cardioid polar pattern provides a forgiving pickup pattern allowing the mic to effectively capture sound from larger instruments and small ensembles. The transformerless circuit design provides for very-low self-noise for clean, distortion-free sound over a wide dynamic range. To reduce sensitivity to mechanical impact and structure borne noise, the microphone capsule and electronics are elastically suspended inside the compact metal housing.

Universal Mic for Vocals and Instruments    Large-Diaphragm Microphone Capsule    Wide-Cardioid Polar Pattern    6 dBA Replacement Noise Level    Transformerless Output    40 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response    Internal Elastic Suspension System    Includes KS25 Stereo Rail    Includes MH 93.1 Microphone Holders    Wood Case for Storage

• Wide-cardioid polar pattern provides a forgiving front-oriented pickup pattern that allows the mic to effectively capture larger instruments and small ensembles while still providing some isolation from other instruments and sources
• Applications include vocalists, announcers, dialog pickup, and as spot microphones for recording guitars, keyboard, percussion, wind, and string instruments
• Smooth frequency response with a slight presence boost in the 7 to 11 kHz range
• Low noise floor, high output capacity
• Clean, distortion-free sound over a wide dynamic range
• Condenser capsule internally shockmounted to reduce vibrations and handling noise
• Standard 3-pin XLR output connector
• Requires 48V phantom power
• Includes MH 93.1 microphone holders
• Includes KS25 stereo rail

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. The female to 2x male XLR cable seems short. Is it meant to be just an adapter? I would be connecting the mic to a MIxPre-3 II.

A: Just buy yourself 2 XLR cables 10 to 15 ft and just use this as an extender with the cables the Rode NT4 comes with.

Q: 2. Hi - would there be any advantages in sound quality of buying this over the sound I already get from the Sony PCM-D100 built in mics? I realise they're XY and this is an MS mic but I'm hoping to record two things acoustic singer songwriter bits and also some ambience from a forrest and wondered if the sound from using this VP88 into a mixer (mixpre-d) line out into the line in of the PCM-D100 would yield better results than just using the built in mics on the pcm-d100.

A: Although the built-in mics of the Sony PCM-D100 are very good, this Shure VP-88 offers a very large improvement. Along with better sound, this external mic offers the flexibility of distance and placement away from the recorder.

Q: 3. Is this mic compatible with the Sony HXR-NX3/1?

A: Yes it is. The camera will provide the phantom power that the mic requires. You might want to get these o-rings (SAROCS) to keep it in place if you mount it on the camera's mount.

Q: 4. Hi, I was just wondering. Is it possible to connect Shure VP88 to Sony PCM-D100? And how? And is there any disadvantage in doing that? (recording quality, etc.) All the best, Emil

A: The Shure VP88 can be used with a portable recorder such as the D-100 when set to stereo mode and using the internal battery power. To connect to the 3.5mm input on the recorder would require the included Y cable and additional adapter cable. There would be no disadvantage, however the PCM-D100 is designed primarily for use with the internal mics, and a mic such as the Shure would benefit from a unit with XLR inputs and higher quality preamps.

Q: 5. Will this mic fit the Sony FX3 mic holder?

A: Yes this mic will work with the Sony FX3

Q: 6. How long are the XLR cables?

A: The ECM-MS2 from Sony features a permanently attached 15 cable.

Q: 7. Is the Sony ECM-MS2 microphone compatible with the Sony HXR-NX100?

A: Yes the Sony ECM-MS2 microphone is compatible with the Sony HXR-NX100 camcorder.

Q: 8. What's the best blimp/dead for this microphone?

A: The Rycote Mini Windjammer provides optimum wind diffusion for smaller microphones. Like the standard Windjammer, the Mini Windjammer provides 10 - 12dB extra protection over standard windscreens. This Windjammer accommodates the Rode NT4.

Q: 9. I recently purchased the SONY PXW-X70 PROFESSIONAL XDCAM CAMCORDER. It comes with an XLR handle with microphone holder, but no mic. Is this the right one to pair with it? Are there other (better) options? I want to outfit the camera right. Thanks.

A: I purchased this microphone over a year ago for my PD150; and I've been very happy with it's performance and ease of use.

Q: 10. Is this microphone works with Sony pxw-fs5m2

A: Yes. This microphone will let you record stereo audio into the camera.