The Auray STBAR-9 Stereo Microphone Bar Adjustable Angleis the ideal accessory for capturing stereo sound with two microphones on one mic stand. Recording an orchestra, choir, or acoustic piano requires careful placement of two mics in a stereo configuration. Diagrams engraved into the center of the bar indicate the precise microphone angles for rapidly setting up A-B, X-Y, and ORTF stereo configurations.

Markings on each side of the bar allow you to measure the distance between the capsules from 9 to 20cm apart. The STBAR-9 also offers pan, swivel, and tilt adjustment for fine-tuning your microphone placement. And two spacers are also included to keep the microphones separated for stacked arrays.

Mount Two Microphones on One Stand    AB, XY, ORTF Stereo Mic Configurations    180° Swivel and Tilt Adjustment    360° Panning    9 to 20cm Microphone Spread    Ratchet Locking Handle    3/8"-16 Threads for Mounting Mics    5/8"-27 Thread for Mounting on Mic Stand    Rugged Metal and ABS Construction

• Mounts two microphones on one stand 
• Ideal for AB, XY, and ORTF stereo mic configurations
• 180° swivel and tilt adjustment
• 360° panning
• 9 to 20cm microphone spread
• Angle and spacing indicators for accurate repeat setups
• Dual 3/8"-16 threads for mounting mics
• 5/8"-27 thread for mounting bar on mic stand
• Ratchet locking handle for operating in tight spaces
• Rugged metal and ABS construction

• The STBAR-9 makes it easy to quickly create accurate, two-microphone setups when you’re capturing stereo sound with a single mic stand in the field or studio.
• It is also designed for advanced stereo-microphone arrays including A-B, X-Y, and ORTF stereo configurations.
• The stereo bar features dual, 3/18"-16 mic-mounting threads and a 5/8"-27 threaded socket that’s compatible with most microphone stands.

• Angle and spacing indicators are there to help you accurately set up your microphone array each time you record.
• Use the measured, 9 to 20cm microphone spreads and angles engraved into the bar to precisely reproduce your X-Y, A-B, and ORTF configurations with the same spacing, angles, and distance between capsules each time you set up your microphones.

• The STBAR-9 offers 180° adjustable swivel and tilt, and 360° pan, so you can aim your microphones exactly where you need them.

• Some engineers like to configure an X-Y microphone array by stacking the two microphones, so one capsule is directly above the other.
• The spacers on the stereo bar make it simple to position your mic capsules right on top of each other, so you can avoid problems with phasing.

• The stereo bar is built for travel, with metal and ABS plastic construction that can withstand the shakes and bumps of the road.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the minimum and maximum angles of sound coverage?

A: This is not specified by the manufacturer. The microphones are uni-directional/cardioid patterns so they will pick up primarily from the front of the mic capsules.

Q: 2. Does this item suffer from interference when near other electronics such as phones?

A: Yes, it is possible that the TASCAM DR-07X Portable Audio Recorder could be affected by RF when placed in close proximity to devices like smartphones, routers, computers, and other appliances that can generate RF. It is always best to avoid placing the recorder near devices like these and to do test recordings as well as monitor the audio while recording to ensure that noise is not being picked along with the audio signal.

Q: 3. Can you use a splitter to listen on headphones while recording from the DR-07X to an external device such as a Canon SL2?

A: Yes you can. If you are losing too much level you can get a small headphone amp.

Q: 4. What is the width (front to back) of the cradle? I have wide headphones.

A: The Auray Headphones Holder with Padded Cradle and Adjustable Angle BH #AUCOHH1 is approximately 2''. The channel in the middle is 1''.

Q: 5. Will the clamp be secure on a desk that is 3/4" thick?

A: The Auray Headphones Holder with Padded Cradle and Adjustable Angle BH #AUCOHH1 will work on surfaces up to 1.3" thick.

Q: 6. How does this mount to a microphone stand ? Pics would be nice. Thanks.

A: The Grace Design SB-BLRA comes with a 5/8 -27 thread stand mount adapter for use with a mic stand.

Q: 7. Can you switch from mic to line level input on the DR-07X? The older DR-07 has this feature.

A: Yes, the TASCAM DR-07X 2-Input / 2-Track Portable Audio Recorder can accept both mic and line level input.

Q: 8. Does this come with (1) female 5/8 to male 3/8 adapter for the middle mount and (2) female 3/8 to male 5/8 adapters for the stereo mic mounts?

A: This stereo mount does come with all of the adapters required for 3/8-inch or 5/8-inch mounting of the microphones or on to a stand.

Q: 9. Can the device clock be synchronized with the clock from a computer?

A: No. This will not accept an external sync or clock source.

Q: 10. Could this be used to hang headphones from a microphone boom arm? How big is the claimping surface?

A: This clamp is more for clamping on a table. I wouldn't suggest to use it on a boom arm, especially since the clamping surface is flat, it is an estimated 2 inches in diameter.