Gemini 5

Common name: sE Electronics Gemini V

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The Gemini 5 is a large 27 mm diaphragm condenser microphone with dual output. One feed is via a 12ax7 valve and the other is via FET circuit. This arrangement gives two alternative characteristics. Specifications are for the FET version. The tube specifications are: sensitivity 32mV/Pa, self-noise 28dB CCIR, 16dBA. Max SPL  132dB. The two output are available at the same time on the power supply via two separate outputs. Includes aluminium case, shock mount, power supply and microphone cable.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
30Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
25 mV/Pa
Max SPL
130
Max SPL, THD:
0.5
Self Noise (CCIR)
30 dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
18 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
1kΩ
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Tube Model
ECC83/12AX7

Switchable Options

Pad
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
8-pin MIL
Connector notes
XLR3M on PSU
Available Colours
Weight
820 g
Length
183 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
68 mm
Depth

Accessories

Included
Aluminium case, shock mount, power supply and microphone cable
Optional