Opus 53

Common name: Beyerdynamic Opus 53

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The Opus 53 is a high-quality condenser microphone at a reasonable price. It has a carbon-fiber reinforced casing and the small and short design allow flexible and unobtrusive positioning. The frequency response has been optimised for universal miking of instruments – particularly drums such as snare or hi-hat. It will also find uses with brass, woodwind instruments, guitars and other string instruments.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
30Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
5 mV/Pa
Max SPL
136
Max SPL, THD:
1
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
22 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
1kΩ
Powering
Phantom 12-48
Supply Current
6 mA
Alternative Powering

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
XLR-3M
Connector notes
Available Colours
Silver
Weight
36 g
Length
Min diameter width
Max diameter
19 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
MKV109 clamp
Optional