JZ Vintage V11

JZ Vintage V11

JZ Microphones Vintage 11, Condenser Microphone, Transducer type: electrostatic, Operating principal: pressure gradient, Diaphragms active diameter: 27 mm, Frequency range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, Polar pattern: cardioid, Output impedance: 50 ohms, Rated load impedance: 1000 ohms, Suggested load impedance: > 500 ohms, Sensitivity at 1000 Hz into 1000 ohms load: 22 mV/Pa, S/N Ratio CCIR 468-3 weighted: 76,5 dB, S/N Ratio DIN/IEC 651 A-weighted: 87,5 db-A, Equivalent noise level DIN/IEC A-weighted: 6,5 dB-A, Maximum SPL for 0.5% THD at 1000 Ohms load: 134 dB, Dynamic range of the microphone preamplifier: 128 db, 48V Phantom power required, Output connector: 3-pin XLR male, gold plated contacts

Verdict

+ Impressive sound quality

+ Ultra-low noise floor

+ Stylish looks

+ Compact shockmount

– Enhanced bass response

– No bass roll-off

– No pad

– Unusual cardioid response