Sontronics STC-1S Overview
The black STC-1S from Sontronics is a stereo mic set for the stage and studio that delivers high-quality recordings without breaking the bank. Designed in Britain, this matched pair of flexible small-diaphragm condenser microphones can be used on a wide variety of instruments and has been engineered to deliver sonic results rivaling far more expensive pencil mics. The mics are well suited to recording acoustic guitars, pianos, choirs, strings, woodwinds, percussion, brass, drum overheads, ensembles, and more.
Each mic features a 3-stage high-pass filter (Off / 75 Hz / 150 Hz), allowing you to reduce unwanted low-end, while a 3-stage pad (Off / -10 dB / -20 dB) lets you record loud sources at up to 137 dB. A stereo mounting bar, mic clips, foam windshields, and a wooden box for transport and storage are included.
- Laboratory-tested stereo pair of small-diaphragm condenser microphones
- Ideal for acoustic guitar, ukulele, piano, string ensemble, drumkit, choir, houses of worship, jazz club, symphony orchestra, or even open-air field recordings
- Place single mic up close to instruments for mono recordings when desired
- Cardioid polar pattern with interchangeable omnidirectional and hypercardioid capsules available separately
- 25 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response with presence boost from 5 to 12 kHz and high-end roll off above 15 kHz
- Pad with Off, -10 dB, and -20 dB settings
- High-pass filter with Off, 75 Hz, and 150 Hz settings
- Standard 3-pin XLR connector
- Requires 48V phantom power
In the Box
- Sontronics STC-1S Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone (Stereo Pair, Black)
- Stereo Mounting Bar
- 2 x Mic Clip
- 2 x Foam Windshield
- Wooden Box
Sontronics STC-1S Specs
Microphone
| Primary Applications |
Live Sound, Studio Recording, Broadcast, Audio for Video, Location Sound |
| Form Factor |
Stand/Boom Mount |
| Intended Sound Sources |
Acoustic Guitar, Piano, Percussion, Overhead, Instrument, Brass, Woodwinds, Strings, Accordion |
| Sound Field |
Mono |
| Capsule |
1 x Condenser |
| Polar Pattern |
Cardioid |
| Orientation |
End Address |
| Circuitry |
Solid-State |
| Pad |
-10 dB
-20 dB |
| High-Pass Filter |
75 Hz
150 Hz |
| Gain Adjustment |
None |
| On-Board Controls |
High-Pass Filter, Pad |
| Windscreen |
Foam (Included) |
Performance
| Frequency Range |
25 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Maximum SPL |
137 dB SPL |
| Impedance |
200 Ohms |
| Sensitivity |
-36 dB (1 kHz) |
| Equivalent Noise Level |
16 dB A-Weighted |
| THD |
0.5% |
Connectivity
| Output Connectors (Analog) |
1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic) |
| Headphone Connector |
None |
Power
| Operating Voltage |
48 V ± 4 V (Phantom Power) |
Physical
| Color |
Black |
| Mounting |
Mic Clip/Stand Adapter (Included) |
| Mounting Thread Size |
Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Included Case |
Hard Case |
| Included Filters |
None |
| Dimensions |
ø: 0.9 x L: 6.4" / ø: 24 x L: 162 mm (Microphone) |
| Weight |
7.5 oz / 214 g (Microphone) |
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