Gemini III
Primary use:
Type:
Polar patterns:
Common name: sE Electronics Gemini III
Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage
The Gemini III is a 333 pieces limited edition large dual diaphragm multi-pattern vacuum tube condenser microphone manufactured in 2011 to celebrate the ten years of the brand. It is similar to the Gemini II but comes in a black rubberised finish and a hand engraved serial number plate. It uses two vacuum tubes, an ECC83/12AX7 for the input stage and an ECC82/12AU7 as an impedance converter. The polar patterns can be switched between omnidirectional, cardioid and figure of eight. It features a low-cut filter and a 10 dB attenuation pad. Includes certificate of authenticity, aluminium carrying case, wooden microphone case, shock mount, power supply and microphone cable.
Electrical Characteristics
Frequency Response
20Hz - 20 kHz
Output Sensitivity
21.1 mV/Pa
Max SPL
135
Max SPL, THD:
0.5
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
17 dB-A
Output Impedance
200Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Tube Model
ECC82/12AU7/5814/6189
Switchable Options
Pad
10 dB
Filter/EQ
Low-cut filter
Physical Characteristics
Connector
8-pin MIL
Connector notes
XLR3M on PSU
Available Colours
Black
Weight
Length
230 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
80 mm
Depth
Accessories
Included
Certificate of authenticity, aluminium carrying case, wooden microphone case, shock mount, power supply and microphone cable.
Optional