CL7a
Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone
The CL7a is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone that delivers balanced, detailed sound from its custom-tuned condenser capsule. Featuring rock-solid construction and exceptional electronics, it is sure to become the "go-to" mic in your home, project, or professional studio. The CL7a is perfect for capturing an expressive solo vocalist or preserving the tonality and presence of instruments such as acoustic guitar, flute, or even upright bass. In addition, the CL7a can handle extreme SPLs, making it ideal for guitar cabinets or overhead drum mics.
CL8a
Large Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Studio Condenser Microphone
The 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 preserving the tonality and presence of instruments such as acoustic guitar, flute, or even upright bass. And to expand your making options and recording techniques, the CL8a offers three pickup patterns.
Features:
• For Home & Professional Studios
• Cardioid, Omnidirectional & Figure-8
• Dual Gold-Sputtered 1.1"" Capsules
• High SPL of 147 dB
• -10 dB Pad Switch
• High-Pass Filter Switch at 100 Hz
• Integrated Shockmount
• 20 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response
• Frequency Lift around 15 kHz for Air
Specifications:
• Brand: Samson
• Model: CL7A / CL8A
• Element Type: Condenser
• Diaphragm Thickness: 3 microns (CL7A) / 4 microns (CL8A)
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional, Unidirectional (Cardioid), Bidirectional
• Impedance: 200 ohms balanced
• Minimum Load Impedance: 1000 ohms
• Sensitivity (Omni, Cardioid, Figure-8): -40dBV/Pa, -35dBV/Pa, -40dBV/Pa
• Max SPL Pad Off (Omni, Cardioid, Figure-8): 147 dB SPL, 142 dB SPL, 147 dB SPL
• Signal-to-Noise: 77 dB
• Equivalent Noise Level: 17 dB
• Microphone Connector: 3-Pin, Gold-Plated XLR
• Power Supply: 48 VDC ± 3 V