Nady SCM-800 Wired Cardioid Studio Condenser Microphone

The Nady SCM Studio Microphones with many models to choose from, offer the superb sound of classic high-end, large-diaphragm studio and broadcast microphones at unparalleled affordability.

The Nady SCM 800 FET Condenser Microphone:

These superior microphones are perfect for recording studio vocals, acoustic instruments, orchestras and choral groups, ambient instrument audio, and many live sound applications.

Powerful and versatile, the SCM 800 microphones meet the stringent requirements of even the most demanding digital recording and live broadcasting applications.

Features:
• Perfect for all recording and broadcasting applications featuring large-diaphragm true condenser design, transformerless low-noise/high-dynamic-range output, high SPL capacity, cardioid polar pattern pickup, FET preamps, and rugged internal shock mounts
• Provides the accurate, no-compromise sound reproduction of a high end studio mic at a fraction of the cost
• Compact and durable, with a precision turned brass housing

Your SCM 800 microphone can be used with the optional Nady SSM-3 spider shock mount (or equivalent), which uses an elastic suspension to isolate the microphone from vibration, thereby lowering noise transmitted to the microphone from the stand. This is a useful tool in many situations, such as when the performer is tapping his or her feet, or when there is noise pickup from the rumbling of traffic outside of the building. The disadv antage of using the shock mount is that the weight of the microphone may make it drift in the elastic suspension, so mic placement may take a little longer.

The FW-2 optional foam windscreen can also be used with your SCM 800. This windscreen fits over the grill portion of the microphone and is designed primarily to decrease bass rumble (from wind noise pickup during outdoor live or recording use. It is also useful in keeping mouth spray out of the microphone head. The FW-2 or some other windscreen should be used whenever someone is close miked to both protect the microphone and to also eliminate "popping" from percussive breath sounds.

The SCM 800 can be used in live sound reinforcement and broadcasting and in studio or live recording. It must be powered by 48V phantom power (such as supplied by the optional Nady SMPS-1 phantom power supply or a mixing console with phantom powering), and amplified by a microphone pre-amp (such as built into a mixer, or a stand-alone unit). (Note: Make sure to set the pre-amp to the proper gain level too much gain may distort subsequent amplifiers and too little may result in a noisy signal)

The SCM 800 can be connected to your mixer or phantom power supply using a standard balanced 3-pin XLR microphone cable. Before connecting to a mixer directly, turn the channel to which you're connecting to its lowest gain setting.