Earthworks SR30

This is the most accurate cardioid microphone on the market. With high frequency response to 30kHz it will capture incredible detail in music.It is the microphone of choice for a wide variety of musical instruments in remote and studio recording.

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Earthworks cardioid microphones are unlike all the rest, as they have patented near-perfect cardioid patterns. The sound across the entire front hemisphere is remarkably uniform and is flatter at 90 degrees than most microphones are on-axis. This results in uncolored off-axis rejection for recording and greater gain before feedback for live sound. They effortlessly handle up to 145dB SPL while simultaneously revealing subtle details that other microphones mask. All SR models are a superb value and will provide excellent results for both live performance and recording applications.

SR30

Cardioid - 30Hz to 30kHz. The SR30 (same as the SR77) is the most accurate cardioid microphone on the market. With high frequency response to 30kHz it will capture incredible detail in music. It is the microphone of choice for a wide variety of musical instruments in remote and studio recording. It is also spectacular as an overhead choir microphone.

The QTC50 is an integral part of Earthworks' DK50 DrumKit™ System.

The SR30 (same as SR77) is a remarkable cardioid that maintains most of the characteristics of our omni microphones. At 6 inches away from the source it sounds as onmi-like as a cardioid can. The off-axis rejection is substantial yet uncolored. Its impulse response is very fast and smooth and the sound stays the same across the entire front hemisphere of pickup. In the studio or on the stage, the SR30 is an ideal choice for a variety of acoustic instruments including sax, flute, trumpet, guitar, piano and drums. It is superior for choir because it doesn't spotlight; rather it picks up an entire section or area with no hot spots. The SR30 is popular among concert tapers because of its open uncolored sound and among jazz enthusiasts for its ability to capture explosive performances while retaining the subtle nuances of artist.

Description

Earthworks SR30 is a directional prepolari-zed condenser microphone with a first-order cardioid pickup pattern directly coupled to a dedicated wideband, low output impedance transformerless preamplifier. The SR30 requires a standard 48V Phantom Power supply. It features a flat frequency response from 30Hz to 30kHz, fast impulse response, very low handling noise, uniform polar pattern, and high SPL handling capabilities. It provides excellent uncolored rejection of sounds arriving off-axis. Each microphone is delivered with its own calibration chart providing the individually measured frequency response curve. A mounting clip is included with the microphone. The SR30 is protected by US Patent No. 6,091,829.

Applications

Earthworks SR30 is easy to operate. Connect the microphone to a microphone preamplifier supplying 48V phantom power using a standard XLR microphone cable. Please allow up to one minute for the microphone to settle. Plugging in the microphone “hot” (phantom power already present at the input) will not damage the microphone, and is actually preferred for faster settling. It is normal for any phantom powered mic to “pop” when plugged in or powered up. Make sure to mute the signal to speakers or headphones when phantom power is first applied. The excellent performance characteristics of the SR30 give it a very wide range of application possibilities. In the studio or on the stage the SR30 is an ideal choice for a variety of instruments including sax, flute, trumpet, guitar, piano, and percussion. It is superior for choir because it doesn’t spotlight; rather, it picks up an entire section with no hot spots. The SR30 is popular among concert tapers because of its open uncolored sound and among jazz enthusiasts for its ability to capture explosive performances while retaining the subtle nuances of artistic expression. This microphone has no removable parts.

Care of Microphones

Earthworks SR30 microphone is a precision instrument designed and built to provide years of top performance. Following these simple rules will help to protect your investment in the SR30:

Avoid touching the front protective screen.
Never attempt to disassemble the microphone – it cannot be opened.
Avoid extreme heat and condensing humidity. Allow the microphone to warm up in the case when bringing it in from the cold weather. Rough handling may damage the microphone even if no visible marks are left.
When not in use keep the SR30 in its case.