Samson SACL8A Large Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Studio Condenser Microphone
The Samson CL8a is a large-diaphragm, multi-pattern condenser microphone that delivers balanced, detailed sound from its custom tuned condenser capsule, rock-solid construction, and exceptional electronics; it is sure to become the “go-to” mic in your home, project, or professional studio. The CL8a is perfect for capturing an expressive solo vocalist, or for preserving the tonality and presence of instruments such as acoustic guitar, flute, or even upright bass. And to expand your miking options and recording techniques, the CL8a features three pickup patterns.
Features:
- Dual 1.1" internally shock-mounted capsule with 4-micron thin gold-sputtered diaphragms
- Selectable cardioid, bidirectional and omnidirectional pickup patterns
- 20 Hz to 20k Hz frequency response
- Switchable high-pass filter, 12 dB per octave at 100 Hz
- Switchable 10 dB pad for handling extremely high SPL
- 36–52 Volt phantom power operation
- Solid die cast construction
Specifications:
- Microphone:
- Form Factor: Stand/Boom Mount
- Sound Field: Mono
- Capsule: 2 x Condenser
- Diaphragm: 1.1" / 27.94 mm (Condenser)
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional
- Pattern Selection: Switched (Adjustable on Mic)
- Orientation: Side Address
- Circuitry: Solid-State
- Pad: -10 dB
- High-Pass Filter: 100 Hz, 12 dB/Octave
- On-Board Controls: Polar Pattern, High-Pass Filter, Pad
- Performance:
- Frequency Range:
- Condenser: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Maximum SPL:
- Cardioid: 147 dB SPL
- Connectivity:
- Output Connectors (Analog): 1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic)
- Power:
- Operating Voltage: 36 to 52 V (Phantom Power)
- Physical:
- Mounting: Shockmount (via Integrated Hardware)
- Packaging Info:
- Package Weight: 1.52 lb
- Box Dimensions (LxWxH): 10 x 4.2 x 2.7"
- Microphone:
- Form Factor: Stand/Boom Mount
- Sound Field: Mono
- Capsule: 2 x Condenser
- Diaphragm: 1.1" / 27.94 mm (Condenser)
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional
- Pattern Selection: Switched (Adjustable on Mic)
- Orientation: Side Address
- Circuitry: Solid-State
- Pad: -10 dB
- High-Pass Filter: 100 Hz, 12 dB/Octave
- On-Board Controls: Polar Pattern, High-Pass Filter, Pad
- Performance:
- Frequency Range:
- Condenser: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Maximum SPL:
- Cardioid: 147 dB SPL
- Frequency Range:
- Connectivity:
- Output Connectors (Analog): 1 x XLR 3-Pin Male (on Mic)
- Power:
- Operating Voltage: 36 to 52 V (Phantom Power)
- Physical:
- Mounting: Shockmount (via Integrated Hardware)
- Packaging Info:
- Package Weight: 1.52 lb
- Box Dimensions (LxWxH): 10 x 4.2 x 2.7"
