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Avantone CK-40 Stereo Multi-Pattern FET Microphone

Avantone CK-40 Stereo Multi-Pattern FET Microphone

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Avantone Stereo Multi-Pattern FET Microphone. The AVANTONE “Cabernet (C-series)” mics are designed to offer true professional performance.
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Avantone Stereo Multi-Pattern FET Microphone

 
The AVANTONE “Cabernet (C-series)” mics are designed to offer true professional performance. They will meet or surpass the performance and specifications of much higher priced mics.
 
The AVANTONE CK-40 is truly a gorgeous looking and sounding microphone. The design, character and performance is comparable to some of the world's finest Stereo FET Mics…but at a fraction of their cost!
 
Our rugged CK-40 microphone body and capsule assembly are precision machined of BRASS.
 
Aesthetically, it features an elegant Cabernet Wine-Red finish, accented with polished nickel trim and grill.
 
The Discreet Class A Low-Noise FET circuitry will yield pleasing professional results comparable to much more expensive designs.
 
Any studio can proudly offer the STEREO CK-40 as a group vocal mic, room mic, piano mic, or utility condenser due to its versatility…It exudes class visually as well as sonically.
 
Manufactured using the finest materials yielding a very solid feel, superb structural integrity and rugged reliability.
 
The versatile AVANTONE CK-40 Stereo Class A FET microphone features twin LARGE 35mm center-terminated pressure gradient transducers. Their close physical proximity places them in a tight vertical array to allow accurate stereo imaging without phase issues arising. The top capsule/grill assembly rotates UP TO 90 degrees relative to the lower capsule/grill assembly. This feature along with the multi-pattern independent selector choices allow for all stereo recording techniques to be utilized. (XY-Coincident / Blumlein, M-S)
 
The 2 sets of pad, pattern select  & LF rolloff switches independently control the capsules. (Front switches control the lower fixed grill/capsule while the rear switches control the upper rotating headgrill.)
 
The 3 patterns allow the CK-40 to be used in a variety of situations including M-S recording.
 
The -10dB attenuation switch can be engaged when miking very high SPL sources to keep from overloading the electronics.
 
The 80Hz HIGH-PASS filter switch can be engaged to reduce rumble and to keep unwanted low frequencies from “muddying up” the track.
 
The CK-40 operates on standard 48 volt phantom power and includes a 5-Pin mic cable that plugs into the included 1x2 stereo splitter box. Two standard XLR mic cables are then all that is required to connect to a phantom powered mic preamp/console channel.
 
The included Custom Retro Shockmount is superb in allowing a precise positioning of the mic while inhibiting the transfer of unwanted vibrations up into the mic. This isolation allows for superior professional results.
 
So many sonic and spatial options are available with this microphone and we encourage you to experiment and use your ears as the final judge for stereo panning spread, use of omni –vs- cardioid or whether utilizing M-S miking techniques will better serve your particular situation etc…
 
Each CK-40 Mic is individually serialized.
 
Uses Include:
 
Studio group vocals, acoustic guitar, mandolin, drum overheads, piano, room mic, etc…
 
Standard Included Items:
 
AVANTONE CK-40 Stereo FET Microphone
 
AVANTONE Custom Retro Shockmount W/ Extra Elastic bands
 
1 x 2 Splitter Box (Stereo Breakout Box)
 
Elegant padded genuine wooden Mic box
 
30' 5-pin cable
 
Foam wind filter
 
Padded Aluminum storage / travel case
 
Owners Manual
 
"I love the sound of the CK-40 !!! I have been using it on overheads. percussion, and group vocals!! Just did a session at the legendary Sunset Sound in Hollywood with Los Lobos and Herbie Hancock where I used the CK-40 and I just loved the way the mic captured the true essence of the vocals!! Love this mic!!"
Cesar Mejia
 
Type: Stereo True Condenser Microphone
Polar Patterns Cardioid, Omni, Figure-8 (x2)
Capsule(s) (2) Dual plate 35mm gold sputtered diaphragm  / brass assembly
Frequency Response 20-20,000 Hz +/- 3dB
 
Output Impedance
 
<=250 Ohms / transformer isolated
 
Maximum SPL
 
147 dB (0.5% THD @1000Hz)
 
Equivalent noise level
 
17dB (A weighted EC651)
 
S/N Ratio
 
77dB re 1Pa
 
Sensitivity
 
-40dB
 
Output Connector
 
Male XLR 5 pin with included breakout box and cable
 
Included Accessories
 
Wood Box, Shockmount, Foam Filter, 2x1 splitter box, 30' Cable, Metal road case
 
High-Pass Switch
 
80 Hz 6dB/octave
 
Attenuation Switch
 
-10dB
 
Power Requirements Standard 48 Volt Phantom (x2) 3mA current consumption
 
Finish
 
Polished Nickel trim / Metallic Cabernet Red Body
 
Weight
 
.95 kgs / 2.1 lbs
 
Dimensions: 27.6cm X 49mm
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Product Name Avantone CK-40 Stereo Multi-Pattern FET Microphone
Brand Avantone
Condition New
MPN CK-40
UPC 852437001118
Shipping Option Free Shipping to the Continental U.S.

The CK-40 operates on standard 48-volt phantom power. “Retro” Shockmount, 5-Pin mic cable, 1x2 stereo splitter box, 30' Cable, Foam Filter and Padded wooden box included.

  • TYPE: Stereo True Condenser Microphone
  • POLAR PATTERN(S): Cardioid, Omni, Figure-8 (x2)
  • CAPSULE: (2) Dual plate 35mm gold sputtered diaphragm / brass assembly
  • FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20-20,000 Hz +/- 3dB
  • OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: <=250 Ohms / transformer isolated
  • SENSITIVITY: -40dB
  • S/N RATIO: 77dB re 1Pa
  • MAXIMUM SPL: 147 dB (0.5% THD @1000Hz)
  • EQUIVALENT NOISE LEVEL: 17dB (A weighted EC651)
  • OUTPUT CONNECTOR: Male XLR 5-pin with included breakout box and cable
  • HIGH-PASS SWITCH: 80 Hz 6dB/octave
  • ATTENUATION SWITCH: -10dB
  • POWER REQUIREMENT: Standard 48 Volt Phantom (x2) 3mA current consumption
  • DIMENSIONS: 27.6mm X 49mm
  • WEIGHT: .95 kgs / 2.1 lbs.
  • FINISH: Polished Nickel trim / Metallic Cabernet Red Body

Avantone CK-40 Stereo Multi-Pattern FET Microphone

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Avantone Stereo Multi-Pattern FET Microphone

 
The AVANTONE “Cabernet (C-series)” mics are designed to offer true professional performance. They will meet or surpass the performance and specifications of much higher priced mics.
 
The AVANTONE CK-40 is truly a gorgeous looking and sounding microphone. The design, character and performance is comparable to some of the world's finest Stereo FET Mics…but at a fraction of their cost!
 
Our rugged CK-40 microphone body and capsule assembly are precision machined of BRASS.
 
Aesthetically, it features an elegant Cabernet Wine-Red finish, accented with polished nickel trim and grill.
 
The Discreet Class A Low-Noise FET circuitry will yield pleasing professional results comparable to much more expensive designs.
 
Any studio can proudly offer the STEREO CK-40 as a group vocal mic, room mic, piano mic, or utility condenser due to its versatility…It exudes class visually as well as sonically.
 
Manufactured using the finest materials yielding a very solid feel, superb structural integrity and rugged reliability.
 
The versatile AVANTONE CK-40 Stereo Class A FET microphone features twin LARGE 35mm center-terminated pressure gradient transducers. Their close physical proximity places them in a tight vertical array to allow accurate stereo imaging without phase issues arising. The top capsule/grill assembly rotates UP TO 90 degrees relative to the lower capsule/grill assembly. This feature along with the multi-pattern independent selector choices allow for all stereo recording techniques to be utilized. (XY-Coincident / Blumlein, M-S)
 
The 2 sets of pad, pattern select  & LF rolloff switches independently control the capsules. (Front switches control the lower fixed grill/capsule while the rear switches control the upper rotating headgrill.)
 
The 3 patterns allow the CK-40 to be used in a variety of situations including M-S recording.
 
The -10dB attenuation switch can be engaged when miking very high SPL sources to keep from overloading the electronics.
 
The 80Hz HIGH-PASS filter switch can be engaged to reduce rumble and to keep unwanted low frequencies from “muddying up” the track.
 
The CK-40 operates on standard 48 volt phantom power and includes a 5-Pin mic cable that plugs into the included 1x2 stereo splitter box. Two standard XLR mic cables are then all that is required to connect to a phantom powered mic preamp/console channel.
 
The included Custom Retro Shockmount is superb in allowing a precise positioning of the mic while inhibiting the transfer of unwanted vibrations up into the mic. This isolation allows for superior professional results.
 
So many sonic and spatial options are available with this microphone and we encourage you to experiment and use your ears as the final judge for stereo panning spread, use of omni –vs- cardioid or whether utilizing M-S miking techniques will better serve your particular situation etc…
 
Each CK-40 Mic is individually serialized.
 
Uses Include:
 
Studio group vocals, acoustic guitar, mandolin, drum overheads, piano, room mic, etc…
 
Standard Included Items:
 
AVANTONE CK-40 Stereo FET Microphone
 
AVANTONE Custom Retro Shockmount W/ Extra Elastic bands
 
1 x 2 Splitter Box (Stereo Breakout Box)
 
Elegant padded genuine wooden Mic box
 
30' 5-pin cable
 
Foam wind filter
 
Padded Aluminum storage / travel case
 
Owners Manual
 
"I love the sound of the CK-40 !!! I have been using it on overheads. percussion, and group vocals!! Just did a session at the legendary Sunset Sound in Hollywood with Los Lobos and Herbie Hancock where I used the CK-40 and I just loved the way the mic captured the true essence of the vocals!! Love this mic!!"
Cesar Mejia
 
Type: Stereo True Condenser Microphone
Polar Patterns Cardioid, Omni, Figure-8 (x2)
Capsule(s) (2) Dual plate 35mm gold sputtered diaphragm  / brass assembly
Frequency Response 20-20,000 Hz +/- 3dB
 
Output Impedance
 
<=250 Ohms / transformer isolated
 
Maximum SPL
 
147 dB (0.5% THD @1000Hz)
 
Equivalent noise level
 
17dB (A weighted EC651)
 
S/N Ratio
 
77dB re 1Pa
 
Sensitivity
 
-40dB
 
Output Connector
 
Male XLR 5 pin with included breakout box and cable
 
Included Accessories
 
Wood Box, Shockmount, Foam Filter, 2x1 splitter box, 30' Cable, Metal road case
 
High-Pass Switch
 
80 Hz 6dB/octave
 
Attenuation Switch
 
-10dB
 
Power Requirements Standard 48 Volt Phantom (x2) 3mA current consumption
 
Finish
 
Polished Nickel trim / Metallic Cabernet Red Body
 
Weight
 
.95 kgs / 2.1 lbs
 
Dimensions: 27.6cm X 49mm
More Information
Product Name Avantone CK-40 Stereo Multi-Pattern FET Microphone
Brand Avantone
Condition New
MPN CK-40
UPC 852437001118
Shipping Option Free Shipping to the Continental U.S.
Tech Specs

The CK-40 operates on standard 48-volt phantom power. “Retro” Shockmount, 5-Pin mic cable, 1x2 stereo splitter box, 30' Cable, Foam Filter and Padded wooden box included.

  • TYPE: Stereo True Condenser Microphone
  • POLAR PATTERN(S): Cardioid, Omni, Figure-8 (x2)
  • CAPSULE: (2) Dual plate 35mm gold sputtered diaphragm / brass assembly
  • FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 20-20,000 Hz +/- 3dB
  • OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: <=250 Ohms / transformer isolated
  • SENSITIVITY: -40dB
  • S/N RATIO: 77dB re 1Pa
  • MAXIMUM SPL: 147 dB (0.5% THD @1000Hz)
  • EQUIVALENT NOISE LEVEL: 17dB (A weighted EC651)
  • OUTPUT CONNECTOR: Male XLR 5-pin with included breakout box and cable
  • HIGH-PASS SWITCH: 80 Hz 6dB/octave
  • ATTENUATION SWITCH: -10dB
  • POWER REQUIREMENT: Standard 48 Volt Phantom (x2) 3mA current consumption
  • DIMENSIONS: 27.6mm X 49mm
  • WEIGHT: .95 kgs / 2.1 lbs.
  • FINISH: Polished Nickel trim / Metallic Cabernet Red Body
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