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Omnidirectional Powered Stereo Microphone Specifications
Sound Samples
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GS mics are compatible with the Edriol R9 and Zoom H2 24 bit Recorders
Omnidirectional Powered Stereo Microphone
This is not a preamplified microphone.  Details below.

Neutrik NTP3RC-B right angled plugs
Add a Neutrik Right Angled  Gold Plug to Your Mic! more info

All of our battery powered mics use Gepco X-Band Oxygen free copper audio cable for the output connection.

Omnidirectional Powered Stereo Microphone
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Standard microphone
$90
..make it with fixed Bass Roll Off more info
$2
Add one Neutrik Right Angled Gold Plug! more info
$6
Add one locking On / Off switch more info
$7
Make my mics disconnectable from the battery box!
$15
*This is not a preamplified microphone.  Please read this page carefully.

There is a 12 Month Warranty on these mics.
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Specifications
*  20 - 20,000 Hz frequency response

*  -44 decibel +3 decibels
sensitivity
*  Low sound to noise ratio > 58 dB
*  Two 5 foot lenths of
Miniature Balanced Musical Instrument Cable
*  One 5 foot length 
Gepco X-Band Oxygen free copper audio cable
*  Handcrafted brass mic element casings with solid steel clips

*  Cast aluminum battery box

*  Nickel plated brass cord grip protects cables from kinking

*  Gold plated 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) mini stereo microphone plug

Microphone Elements and Clips
These Omnidirectional Stereo Microphones use electret condenser microphone cartridges.

They have a high degree of reliability under adverse shock, vibration and environmental conditions.  The capsules specifications are -44 dB +3dbB of sensitivity and have a 20 to 20,000 hz frequency range.

Omnidirectional Microphone compaired to the size of a dime
Highly concealable mics

The high fidelity Omnidirectional  microphone capsule is in a handcrafted brass housing with durable steel alligator clips at the base, black automotive finish and vibration dampening adhesive lined heat shrink tubing.

Cable
We use the two of the highest quality cable designs available on our powered mic units.
Miniature Balanced Musical Instrument Cable
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Gepco X-Band Oxygen free copper audio cable

The cable that connects the battery box to the mic elements is the Miniature Balanced Musical Instrument Cable.  It is light weight, rugged, flexible, has a long flex life with high interference and noise immunity.

The cable that runs from the battery box to the recorder is the Gepco X-Band Oxygen free copper audio cable.

The X-Band is an ultra-flexable, sonically transparent, low-noise, and durable.  Mostly used in critical studio facilities and at live music venues.

Each oxygen free conductor is insulated with a unique low k constraint, foam polypropylene dielectric that lowers the capacitance and extends the bandwidth of the cable.  Low noise and cross-talk is acheived through exacting pair twisting, 95% braid shielding, and individual pair jackets.

Gepco X-Band Oxygen free copper audio cable
Gepco X-Band Oxygen free copper cable

It was designed for professional stage and studio applications, has greater abrasion and impact resistance, extra limpness, and at the same time light weight.

A larger gage of this type and manufacturer of cable is used in the professional music industry.

9 Volt Battery Box Enclosure
This microphone is long lasting, solid and tough
.

high quality 9 volt battery box enclosure  
Die Cast Aluminum Battery Box

The circuitry is enclosed in a durable die cast aluminum box with black finish.  Measurements are 3.63 X 1.52 X 1.07 inches. 

Cord Grip Protects Against Kinking

Strong, protective cord grip prevents damage to the Powered Battery
Box circuit and harmful kinking of cable at entry point

Cables enter the unit through a nickel plated brass cord grip with a Neoprene Sealing Sleeve and a Perbunan Seal O-ring.  This crucial component prevents any damage to or separation of the cables from the microphone battery box and circuitry inside as a result of the cables being jerked or mishandled.  It also helps the cables from becoming kinked.

A fixed bass roll off can be added for $2.  Read our FAQ or Email me for details.

Gold Plated Stereo Mini Plug

Gold Plated Stereo Plug

This mic has a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm)Gold Plated Stereo Mini Plug with spring bend protection.

The Best Quality 9 volt battery connector we can find!!!
This is not your normal flimsy type of 9 Volt battery connector, rather, it is a rigid type that will not split or become malformed over multiple uses.

9 Volt Battery Connectors
These 9 Volt battery connectors will keep you connected

Please note:  Leaving the 9 volt battery connected on this mic will eventually cause the battery to drain.  If disconnected from the battery box after every use the 9 Volt will last 400 to 600 hours or until it dies out from age.

Optional Neutrik NTP3RC-B right Angle Gold Plated Plug

Neutrik NTP3RC-B Gold Right Angled Plug 
This is a plug that is soldered to the cable.  Not an adapter.

These low profile Neutrik NTP3RC-B right angle plugs work well for recorders with recessed input jacks and are the best right angled gold plated plugs available anywhere, in my opinon.

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Optional Locking On / Off switch
Optional locking switch is intended to prevent the unit from accidenly being turned on or off.  Very well made and durable

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MP3 Sound Samples

* Robert Plant 6/4/01 - State Theatre, Detroit, Michigan  
Recorded by myself in the 6th row of an indoor club / theatre
using these mics with roll off and a Sharp MT-15 Mini Disc recorder.
Sample A "I'm In the Mood" 19.1 MB    Sample B "Morning Dew" 13.5MB   Sample C "Season of the Witch" 18 MB

* Avril Lavigne 3/5/03 - The Palace OF Auburn Hills, Clarkston, Michgan
This 9.4 MB file was recorded in the floor section 2/3 length from the stage in a large sports arena.  This paritcular venue is not the best place to make recordings but despite the echo it turned out fine.

* Survivor 8/28/01 - DTE Energy Music Theatre, Clarkston Michigan
These samples were recorded 36 rows from the stage at a outdoor pavilion venue.  Yes, this is a recording made 36 rows from the speaker stacks!!!

Sample A "I Can't Hold Back" 12.8 MB    Sample B "Eye Of The Tiger" 16.6 MB

All of these recordings were made with the mics clipped to the rims of eye glasses and using bass roll off.  For the full effect play the MP3s loud on your stereo.

No alterations were made.  These are unretouched MD > coax digital soundcard > WAV > MP3 files.  go back to the top of this page

Questions?  Feel free to email the owner of Giant Squid, Darren Nemeth.