Product Highlights
Side Address Design
Multiple Pickup Patterns
20dB Pad
Stainless Steel Internal Filter
Operates via Phantom Power
The M179 Variable-Pattern Condenser Microphone from CAD features a figure
of eight polar pattern and a spacious and articulate omni polar pattern. It can
be used in a wide range of applications, including studio vocals, voice-over,
choir, orchestra, acoustic instrument, guitar cabinets, bass cabinets, strings,
piano, and cymbals/overheads. The large diaphragm capsule is combined with
algebraic phasing and a high-power transformerless drive to create a significant
acoustical window. Additional features include a high-pass filter and an
attenuator. The M179 includes a swivel mount, an elastic shock mount, and a
carrying case. The microphone requires 24V or 48V of phantom power.
Variable Pattern
A variable pattern dial offers variations of omni-directional and figure 8
polar patterns.
20dB Pad Switch
A 20dB pad switch provides additional headroom and an SPL rating of
143dB.
High-Pass Filter
A user switchable high-pass filter eliminates noise and rumble below
100Hz.
Inclusive Package
Includes swivel mount, elastic shock mount, and carrying case.
Analog Performance
Transducer Condenser
Polar Pattern Figure-8, Omnidirectional
Pattern Selection Continuously Variable
Frequency Range 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Equivalent Noise Level 11 dB A-Weighted
Maximum SPL 123 dB SPL
Pad -20 dB
THD 1%
Impedance 200 Ohms
Sensitivity -36 dB
Low-Cut Filter 6 dB/Octave @ 100 Hz
Operating Current Consumption 8.0 µA
Operating Voltage 24 V
48 V
Packaging Info
Package Weight 4.75 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 11.6 x 9.7 x 9.4"