Nady TCM 1050 Studio Vacuum Tube Condenser Microphone with Aluminum Flight Case

The TCM 1050 Studio Vacuum Tube Condenser Microphone with Aluminum Flight Case from Nady is a cost-effective yet versatile large-diaphragm microphone for general recording applications. Its tube output stage features a 6072 (selected from 12AT7) vacuum tube, for vintage warmth, color, and analog saturation. The external power supply and control box features omnidirectional, cardioid, and figure-8 polar patterns, with 6 variations of each. This microphone is ideal for recording vocals, acoustic instruments, orchestras, and more. Hand-tooled brass capsule with a 3-micron, multi-pattern, gold-sputtered mylar dual diaphragm (1.0") for maximum sensitivity, long life, subtle sonic detail, and high-quality tone Tube-preamplifier circuitry with 6072 vacuum tube (a classic 12AT7, specially selected for low distortion, professional-quality signal-to-noise ratio, and minimum sensitivity to mechanical vibrations) Special output transformer designed for transparency and natural warm reproduction of sound Almost all brass parts to ensure years of studio-workhorse reliability Power provided by a dedicated AC power supply with balanced XLR output for connection to any mixing console; no phantom power required Nine different polar patterns remotely selectable on power supply for true versatility in use and ease of operation: omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8, and six intermediate stages