The Aston Origin is an outstanding high - performance cardioid condenser microphone. It features a one - inch gold - evaporated capsule, hand - selected for its top - notch quality. This microphone is incredibly versatile, suitable for most instruments, and it truly shines when used with acoustic guitars and for vocals. The high - end transformer - less circuitry, built with only the finest components, works in harmony with the capsule. It's designed to offer a direct, smooth, and intimate sound, enabling natural and transparent recordings. Specifications: Transducer Type - Condenser; Acoustic Operating Principle - Pressure Gradient; Directional Polar Pattern - Cardioid; Frequency Response - 20Hz - 20kHz (+/-3dB); Equivalent Noise Level - 18dB A - Weighted; Sensitivity at 1kHz into 1kohm - 23.7mV/Pa; Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% - 127dB; Signal - to - Noise Ratio (rel. 94dB SPL) - 76dB A - Weighted; Pad Switch - -10dB; Low - Cut Filter - 80Hz; Requires 48 Volt Phantom power (+/- 4 Volts) for operation.
Using the Aston Origin microphone is a breeze. First, make sure you've got 48 Volt Phantom power available. Just connect the microphone to your audio setup. For acoustic guitars and vocals, it'll give you great results right away. If the sound source is too loud, you can use the - 10dB pad switch. And if you want to cut out some low - frequency noise, turn on the 80Hz low - cut filter. As for maintenance, keep it in a dry place. Avoid getting it wet or dropping it. Clean it gently with a soft cloth every once in a while. This way, your microphone will keep working well for a long time.
