DC-196
Condenser MicrophoneThe DC-196 condenser microphone is designed for professional vocal and instrumental work, both on stage and in the studio. This microphone contains a large, rectangular membrane capsule that provides a full-bodied, exceptionally clean sound with natural brightness. The DC-196 has a variable polar pattern that is easily adjusted with a knob into three positions: omni, cardioid, and figure-eight. It is equipped with -12dB pre-attenuation, and is able to handle sound pressure levels (SPL) higher than 144dB.
The body of the DC-196 is made of solid brass, and connects with a standard 3-pin XLR connector. It is packaged in a black leatherette box and comes with a suspension shockmount. An individual frequency curve is also included.
DC-196 Technical Specifications
| Polar Patterns: | Cardioid, Omni, & Figure-Eight |
| Frequency Response: | 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Pre-Attenuation (switchable): | -12 dB |
| Max SPL (1% THD @ 1 kHz): | 132 / 144 dB |
| Sensitivity @ 1 kHz: | 21.5 mV / Pa ± 1 dB |
| A-Weighted Noise Level (IEC 179-A): | 12 DB |
| Power Supply: | 48 V ± 4 V Phantom |
| Current Consumption: | 4.2 mA |
| Output impedance: | < 200 Ω |
| Minimum Load Impedance: | 1 k Ω |
| Connector: | 3-pin XLR |
| Length: | 5.71" (145 mm) |
| Diameter: | 1.06" (27 mm) |
| Weight: | 8.11 oz. (230 g) |
DC-196 Frequency Chart
