The Aston Spirit is a multi-pattern condenser microphone utilizing a 1" gold-evaporated capsule. A switch on the mic body selects between omni, cardioid, or figure-8 polar patterns. It is versatile enough to use with most instruments, and excels on acoustic guitar and vocals. Its hand-selected capsule is teamed with high-end transformer-balanced circuitry using only the best components.
The Spirit is designed to deliver an open sound with sparkling harmonics. This accurate microphone provides natural and transparent recording, capturing detail in the high range, but without adding the harshness that some condenser microphones tend to.
The mic has a mesh-knit pop filter built into the wave-form head. The weave allows sound to pass while reducing unwanted plosives. This single-piece mesh cage is formed in stainless steel, so it won't rust with use and can even be removed and washed.
Key features
Omni, Cardioid, & Figure-8 Patterns
1" Gold-Evaporated Capsule
Built-In Pop Filter
Transformer-Balanced Circuitry
Excels on Acoustic Guitar & Vocals
Specifications
Sound Field
Mono
Operating Principle
Pressure Gradient
Capsule
Condenser
Diaphragm
1" / 25.40 mm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid, Figure-8, Omnidirectional
Pattern Selection
Switched
Circuitry
Solid-State
Pad
-10 dB -20 dB
High-Pass Filter
80 Hz
Performance
Frequency Range
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
138 dB SPL
Sensitivity
23.7 mV/Pa at 1 kHz into 1 Kilohms
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
80 dB A-Weighted
Equivalent Noise Level
14 dB A-Weighted
THD
0.5%
Connectivity
Output Connectors (Analog)
1 x XLR 3-Pin
Power
Operating Voltage
48 V ± 4 V
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.85 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.5 x 4.6 x 3.9"
In the Box
Aston Microphones Spirit Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone