Nady SCM-900 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 & broadcast microphones at unparalleled affordability.

• The SCM Series microphones offer transformer-coupled balanced outputs & true condenser design (elements constantly biased by the pre-amp) for exceptionally low self noise & increased dynamic range, enhanced low and high end response with improved linearity across the frequency range and maximum SPL capacity.
• The SCM Series microphone SCM 900 (cardioid pattern only) features a large diaphragm capsule (1.0 inch), hand tooled from brass & featuring an ultra-thin (3-micron) gold-evaporated on Mylar diaphragm for maximum sensitivity, transient response, long life, detail & tone. The SCM Series microphone uses carefully selected Field Effect Transistors (FET), specially chosen for their low distortion & superior signal-to-noise ratio.
• Each SCM 900 is manufactured with the finest materials and features a machined housing with advanced internal shock mount construction for the highest structural integrity and rugged reliability. It requires 48V phantom power to operate, typically supplied by the microphone pre-amplifier or mixing console. The optional Nady SMPS-1 phantom power supply can also be used.

The SCM Series microphone can be used with the optional Nady SSM-3 spider shockmount thereby lowering noise transmitted to the microphone from the stand. 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 disadvantage 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 900. It fits over the grill portion of the microphone and is designed 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 should be used whenever someone is close miked to both protect the microphone and to also eliminate "popping" from percussive breath sounds.

The SCM 900 can be used in live sound reinforcement and broadcasting andin 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 amp (such as built into a a mixer, or a stand-alone unit).