U99
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Common name: Soundelux U99
Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage
The U99 is a large diaphragm multi-pattern tube microphone featuring continuously variable polar response selection at the power supply. The circuitry comprises 12 discreet components directly soldered, a massive transformer, and a custom hand-made dual back-plate, dual membrane capsule. The circuit is based around an NOS sub-miniature EF732 vacuum tube (previous models used an EF86S). Includes shock-mount, microphone cable and power supply.
Electrical Characteristics
Frequency Response
30Hz - 16 kHz
Output Sensitivity
27 mV/Pa
Max SPL
110
Max SPL, THD:
0.5
Self Noise (CCIR)
25 dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
13 dB-A
Output Impedance
150Ω
Recommended Load
1.2kΩ
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Switchable Options
Pad
Filter/EQ
Physical Characteristics
Connector
6-pin
Connector notes
(XLR-6 on mic)
Available Colours
Weight
703 g
Length
203 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
51 mm
Depth
Accessories
Included
Shock-mount, flight case, power supply.
Optional