Rode K2 - Variable Pattern Studio Tube Condenser Microphone

Rode K2 - Variable Pattern Studio Tube Condenser Microphone
Regular price 3,180.00

Description
The K2 Variable Pattern Dual 1.0" Condenser Valve Microphone from Rode delivers the sonic quality expected of a Class-A tube microphone. At the heart of the microphone is a hand-selected 6922 twin-triode valve. The valve provides warmth and detail while reproducing a flat, uncolored frequency response. The K2 boasts a dynamic range of 150 dB. This ensures detailed, accurate pick up of low signals and distortion free, transparent pick up of transients. An external power supply provides user access of up to 3 polar patterns. Cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure eight are all available and the patterns are user variable, allowing custom contouring of each pattern as needed.
Details
Class-A Valve Circuitry
At the heart of the microphone is a hand-selected 6922 twin-triode valve. The tube electronics yield the warmth and transparency expected of Class-A analog electronics.
Variable Polar Patterns
The K2 features cardioid, omni-directional, and figure-eight polar patterns. The patterns are user variable, allowing custom contouring of each pattern as needed.
Wide Dynamic Range
The microphone features a dynamic range of 150 dB. This ensures detailed, accurate pick up of low signals and distortion free, transparent pick up of transient signals.
Technical Specs
Microphone

Operating Principle

Pressure Gradient

Capsule

Condenser

Diaphragm

1.0" / 25.40 mm

Polar Pattern

Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional

Pattern Selection

Switched

Circuitry

Tube

Performance

Frequency Range

20 Hz to 20 kHz

Maximum SPL

162 dB SPL

Impedance

200 Ohms

Sensitivity

-36 dB at 1 kHz

Equivalent Noise Level

10 dB A-Weighted

THD

1%

Connectivity

Output Connectors

1 x XLR 3-Pin

Physical

Dimensions

ø: 2.17 x L: 8.19" / ø: 55 x L: 208 mm

Weight

28.75 oz / 815 g

 

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