The STC-20 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone with All-in-One Recording Package from Sontronics is a comprehensive mic setup designed to provide musicians, producers, and engineers with quality vocal recording capabilities without breaking the bank. At the center of the kit is the British-designed STC-20 microphone, featuring a 1" gold-sputtered diaphragm that's ready to capture a wide range of vocal and instrumental performances and deliver smooth and natural recordings. The mic offers a cardioid polar pattern that helps reduce background sound and focuses pick up on the talent in front of the the capsule.

Also provided is a shockmount to isolate the microphone from vibrations and reduce low-frequency hum and handling noise for cleaner, more professional recordings. In addition, the included pop filter reduces breaths and plosives in words with prevalent "P" and "B" sounds for clearer sounding vocals with less distracting noise to worry about in the mix. The included XLR cable lets you connect the mic to preamps and recording equipment, and a pouch is provided for storage and travel.

British Mic Sound in Cost-Effective Kit    1" Gold-Sputtered Diaphragm    Pop Filter, Shockmount, Cable, and Pouch    Cardioid Pickup for Less Background    Streamlined Features without Filter/Pad    Smooth & Natural Sound for Vocals/Guitar    Requires 48V Phantom Power

• All-in-one package for professional-quality recordings, even for those on the tightest of budgets or in the smallest of spaces
• British-designed STC-20 cardioid condenser microphone with streamlined feature set (no high-pass filter or pad on mic)
• Use on a wide range of sources from vocals and guitar to piano, drums, and other acoustic instruments
• Natural, smooth results ideal for singer/songwriters
• 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response
• Handles up to 125 dB SPL
• Includes spider-style shockmount, dual-layer nylon-mesh pop shield, 16.4' XLR cable, and zip-up pouch
• Requires 48V phantom power for operation

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this mic work “out-of-the-box” with Windows 7?

A: Yes. the Samson Meteorite works out of the box and only requires minimal setup to select the mic as your input device. Here is a link to the user manual with all of the details for setup and operation: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/lit_files/118611.pdf

Q: 2. Does this mic work with plug-in power or strictly by battery?

A: The Audio-Technica ATR6250 is powered strictly by AA battery.

Q: 3. how long is cord?

A: While the manufacturer does not specify the length of the cable, a picture in the manual would suggest 12''-18'' estimated length.

Q: 4. The female to 2x male XLR cable seems short. Is it meant to be just an adapter? I would be connecting the mic to a MIxPre-3 II.

A: Just buy yourself 2 XLR cables 10 to 15 ft and just use this as an extender with the cables the Rode NT4 comes with.

Q: 5. Does Rode make any mics that have a built in interface?

A: Rode does offer several USB mics but they do not have a stereo X/Y style USB mic. You can use the NT4 with a dual-input USB interface such as the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (B&H # FOSCARL2I23G) to connect it to a computer. The included Y-cable for the mic has two 3-pin XLR connectors that will connect to each channel on the interface. Please contact us by phone or through live chat if you have additional questions or would like further assistance.

Q: 6. Will the NT6 capsule pop into the same rycote lyre that comes with the Rode VideoMicro? VideoMicro diameter is 21mm.

A: Yes the NT6 capsule diameter is 20mm and will fit inside the lyre.

Q: 7. Dose this mic come with a shock mount?

A: No, it does not come with a shock mount, just a regular sand mount. You can purchase a shock mount separately: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1075693-REG/auray_shm_uc2_shock_mount_for_cylindrical.html

Q: 8. Will this microphone work well with the Sony UTX-P40 +48v Phantom power wireless plug on?

A: Yes, the Sennheiser e 865 Handheld Condenser Microphone is compatible for use with the Sony UTX-P40 Wireless Plug-On Transmitter. The transmitter will supply the proper amount of voltage that the mic requires.

Q: 9. Your website says that the NTK comes with a 6072 tube. I thought it came with a 6922 tube?

A: We stand corrected. According to RODE: Hand selected and graded 6922 twin-triode valve . Thanks for pointing this out.

Q: 10. "You can power the mic with 48V phantom power." This sentence is in the description for this product. I don't understand. Is it necessary to buy an additional accessory to use this mic?

A: In order to use this mic, you will need a mixer, interface, or hardware recorder with an XLR mic input, and the ability to provide 48v phantom power. As well, you would need an XLR mic cable to connect it to either of those sources, a mic stand to attach it to, and a pop filter if recording vocals.