The black Isomax 2 All-Purpose Microphone, Medium Gain with 2.5mm Locking Connector for Comtek M-216 and M-72 Wireless Transmitters from Countryman features a frequency-independent capsule that delivers tight pattern control as an all-around instrument microphone. It can be used to capture audio in sound reinforcement applications for saxophone, violin, viola, cello, double bass, acoustic guitar, flute, piano, brass, and percussion instruments.

The Isomax 2 is built with exceptional gain before feedback and excellent rejection of the surrounding environment. It is lightweight, easy to use, and is designed to handle very-high sound pressure levels. It is supplied with a foam windscreen, basic clip, and carrying case. In addition, the 5' cable is permanently attached to the mic and terminates to a 2.5mm locking connector for direct connection to Comtek M-216 and M-72 wireless bodypack transmitters.

Omnidirectional Polar Pattern    For Instruments and Sound Reinforcement    Natural On-/Off-Axis Frequency Response    For Uncolored Recordings    Reduced Feedback Issues

Inside or outside musical instruments, placed on or hung over stages, and hidden in sets for theater, motion pictures, and TV, the mic can also be used as an audience mic or stage floor mic.

The microphone is sleek, small, and lightweight and will not distract the instrumentalist or the public. It is easy to hang without scaffolding, which eliminates the risk of bulky equipment falling on performers.

Very-low distortion at high SPL levels encountered inside instruments. It offers an uncolored and clean sound with a superflat frequency response.

The omnidirectional polar pattern picks up sound from all directions equally offering the flattest frequency response, lowest noise level, and is least susceptible to wind noise and vibration. It is recommended for recording and sound reinforcement of acoustic instruments such as percussion, guitar, saxophone, and piano.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the extra piece of plastic for that comes in bubble wrap?

A: We believe you are asking about the air deflector for the side vent.

Q: 2. What battery does it take?

A: At this time only the BN-VC264 is listed for this camcorder. As it gets closer to release, JVC will tell us of other batteries.

Q: 3. How long does a battery last in this?

A: The reason manufacturers do not list the time since it depends on how the camcorder is used, the codec, the EVF, the LCD, the ambient temperature, etc etc. So rule of thumb is that the battery included will last 1-2 hours. We always recommend a back up battery.

Q: 4. Will the camera record 4K and hd simultaneously?

A: It is understanding that dual recording with the SD Cards will only be for the same file format. You will not be able to record 4K on one card and HD on the other.

Q: 5. Are the Sports Overlays customizable? I.e.: Can I upload a template I've built in PhotoShop to the camera, or are the camera's templates the only option?

A: The overlay can be customized in the free JVC software. It called: JVC’s SDP Generator.

Q: 6. Can this model only display sports overlays or can it also display more generic lower 3rd and full screen graphics for non sports live streams?

A: the templates are designed for sports but can be modified to display other text.

Q: 7. The GY-HC500 specs indicate this camera only records ProRes in UHD. Can it record ProRes internally in HD (1080p)?

A: At this time JVC only shows ProRes settings as available for UHD 4K recording. For HD recording settings they do not list ProRes as possible.

Q: 8. Will this record at 59.94P to SD cards?

A: This will record to 59.94 to SD cards.

Q: 9. How does IFB/talkback work with these cameras? Used in a remote SRT multicam situation where you need to talk to remote cam ops

A: You can see an explanation of the IFB setup with the JVC GY-HC500UN Connected Cam 4K NDI-Enabled Professional Camcorder at this link: https://bhpho.to/3SYsDy9

Q: 10. Are the three rings on the barrel (zoom, focus, iris) mechanical with stop points, or electronic (ie, spin forever)?

A: The three rings on the lens are electronic, they will not offer hard stops.