AP 1B-FET

Common name: Aspen Pittman Designs AP 1B-FET

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The AP 1B-FET is a large diaphragm cardioid condenser microphone ideal for vocal and instrument recording applications. It features a vintage style handmade brass capsule with a 3 micron, gold-evaporated diaphragm and a low-noise FET circuit. The custom-wound output transformer is magnetically shielded and the microphone body as well as the grille are made of stainless steel. Includes the APD PFM+ pop filter, SM4 shock-mount and a moisture resistant Aluminium storage case.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
20Hz - 18 kHz
Output Sensitivity
32 mV/Pa
Max SPL
134
Max SPL, THD:
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
22 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
0.5kΩ
Powering
Phantom 48 only
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-3M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Black.
Weight
680 g
Length
190 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
64 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
APD PFM+ pop filter, SM4 shock-mount and a moisture resistant Aluminium storage case.
Optional