CO-Z

Primary use:

Polar patterns:

Common name: Sanken CO-Z

Production Status: In production

The CO-Z is a high resolution condenser microphone with a perfect omnidirectional pattern between 20 Hz and 20 kHz. To avoid directionality at high frequencies the CO-Z features a virtual diaphragm technique using 2 capsules. The microphone has two modes: circle and ellipse, no off-axis coloration, low noise and high output level. Includes the H21-A microphone holder.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
20Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
44.7 mV/Pa
Max SPL
137
Max SPL, THD:
1
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
17 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Phantom 48 only
Supply Current
3.8 mA
Alternative Powering

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-3M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Soft-touch black
Weight
150 g
Length
190 mm
Min diameter width
20.5 mm
Max diameter
30.4 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
H-21A microphone holder.
Optional