Description
The CAD Audio E100VP Equitek Series Large Diaphragm Variable Pattern Studio Condenser Microphone are world-renowned for their quality and performance – the product of industry artisans engineering original designs with world-class performance and specifications. These high sensitivity, low noise, low distortion microphones are perfect for your next voice-over, recording, broadcast, sound reinforcement, podcasting or audio for video projects. CAD Audio has more than 95 years of professional audio expertise and takes pride in supporting your creative project.
Now in its fifth generation, the USA‑built CAD Audio E100VP continues a legacy of studio excellence, capturing performances with a smooth, articulate, and true‑to‑life sound. Known for the warm, vintage character that has defined the E100 series for decades, the E100VP delivers exceptional detail and musicality for both studio recording and live applications.
At the heart of the E100VP is a gold‑plated 1‑inch large‑diaphragm capsule, engineered for precise phase response on instruments and a rich, full vocal sound. Its continuously variable polar pattern allows users to seamlessly dial in the ideal balance between cardioid, supercardioid, sub cardioid, figure‑8, and omnidirectional—providing unmatched flexibility for any recording environment or technique.
With high sensitivity and low self‑noise, the E100VP captures even the most subtle nuances of a performance. Onboard features include a 100 Hz high‑pass filter to control low‑frequency buildup, a 10 dB pad for high‑SPL sources, and a low‑profile shock mount designed to reduce mechanical noise without intruding into tight setups.
From vocals and acoustic instruments to percussion and amplifiers, the CAD Audio E100VP is a versatile, professional‑grade microphone built to become a trusted and enduring centerpiece of your microphone collection—whether in the studio or on stage.
Product Specifications:
Microphone Type: Large Diaphragm Condenser
Capsule Size: 1-inch gold-plated
Polar Patterns: Continuously variable (Omni, Cardioid, Supercardioid, Sub cardioid)
Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (typical)
High-Pass Filter: 100 Hz
Pad: -10 dB
Sensitivity: High
Noise Level: Low self-noise
Mount: Low-profile shock mount included
Application: Studio recording, vocals, instruments, broadcast, podcasting
Shipping Weight: 3.5 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 12 × 8 × 4 inches
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