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TRUSTED PROTECTION PLANS, EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE.

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Repair or Replacement

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Avantone Pro CV-12 Specifications

  • Used For

    Studio vocals, acoustic guitar, mandolin, drum overheads, room mic, piano

  • Transducer Type

    Tube-Type True Condenser Microphone

  • Diaphragm

    1.26" / 32.00mm

  • Polar Pattern

    Cardioid, Hypercardioid, Omnidirectional (9 patterns selectable at PS-12 power supply)

  • Capsule

    Dual-sided 32mm center-terminated gold-sputtered Mylar (6 micron)

  • Frequency Range

    20Hz - 20kHz +/- 3dB

  • Output Impedance

    <=250 Ohms / transformer isolated

  • Maximum SPL

    136dB (0.5% THD at 1000Hz) 146dB with pad engaged

  • S/N Ratio

    78dB

  • Sensitivity

    35dB

  • Output Connector

    Male XLR 7 pin with special power supply & cables

  • Tube Type

    6072A

  • High-Pass Switch

    80 Hz 6dB/octave Switch

  • Attenuation Switch

    -10dB Switch

  • Power Requirements

    Dedicated PS-12 Power Supply with selectable 115/230 VAC capability

  • Finish

    Polished Nickel trim / Metallic Cabernet Red Body

  • Dimensions

    237 x 46mm / 9.33 x 1.81"

  • Weight

    0.8kg / 1.76lbs

About Avantone Pro CV-12 Multi-Pattern Large Capsule Tube Condenser Microphone

The Avantone "Cabernet (C-series)" mics are designed to offer true professional performance. They will meet or surpass the performance and specifications of much higher priced mics. The CV-12 is truly a gorgeous looking and sounding microphone. The design, character and performance is comparable to some of the fine vintage tube mics of the 1950's & 1960's but at a fraction of their cost! Avantone rugged CV-12 microphone body and capsule assembly are precision machined of brass. Aesthetically, it features an elegant Cabernet Wine-Red finish, accented with polished nickel trim and grill. The transformer coupled tube circuitry has its origins in famous European vintage designs.

Any studio can proudly offer the CV-12 as a primary vocal mic. It exudes class visually as well as sonically. Manufactured using the finest materials yielding a very solid feel, superb structural integrity and rugged reliability. The versatile CV-12 mic is able to produce professional results with a warm, pleasing sonic character. The included Custom Retro Shockmount is superb in allowing a precise positioning of the mic while inhibiting the transfer of unwanted vibrations up into the mic. This isolation allows for superior professional results.

Avantone Pro CV-12 Multi-Pattern Large Capsule Tube Condenser Microphone Features

  • 9-Pattern Tube Microphone w/ dual 32mm gold sputtered thin Mylar capsules
  • -10 dB pad & 80 Hz LF metal roll off toggle switches
  • Hand selected Russian made 6072A Tube
  • Each CV-12 Mic has a serial number

What's in the box:

  • Avantone Pro CV-12 Multi-Pattern Large Capsule Tube Condenser Microphone
  • Custom Retro Shockmount with Extra Elastic Bands
  • PS-12 Multi-Pattern Power Supply with Cables
  • Padded Aluminum Storage / Travel Case
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