Description

The CAD M179 Variable Polar Pattern Condenser Microphone, combines a vintage capsule design with advanced electronics. The M179 features the dual pattern version of the original equitek e-300 capsule, an externally biased capsule with a gold sputtered 1.1″ diaphragm.

The CAD M179 incorporates a number of unique features including:
• Continuously variable pattern with a “hard” cardioid center detent.
• Large 1.1″ dual diaphragm external bias condenser capsule.
• Gold sputtered diaphragms.
• High SPL capability (143 dB SPL with pad)
• Transformerless balanced output circuits.
• 20 dB non-capacitive pad
• 6dB/Octave @ 100Hz high-pass filter
• Stainless steel internal pop/EMI filter.

Type:

Side address, external bias condenser
Frequency Response:
10-20 kHz
Polar Pattern:
Variable
Impedance:
200 ohms
Sensitivity:
-36 dBV (16mV) @ 1Pa
Equivalent Noise Level:
11 dB-A
Maximum SPL:
143 dB SPL (with pad)
Total Harmonic Distortion:
Less than 0.15%
Switches
High-pass filter, 20dB pad
High-Pass Filter
100Hz, 6dB/octave
Powering:
Minimum requirements are 24-52V phantom power
capable of delivering at least 8 mA.
Connector:
Three pin male XLR type.
Finish:
Durable charcoal gray urethane. Satin nickle plated
front & rear screen.
Dimensions:
2.25” (57.2 mm) Dia., x 7.00” (177.8 mm) High
Net Weight:
17.8 oz. (506 grams)
Furnished Accessories:
MZM-5 elastic suspension shockmount
Optional Accessories:
40-350 ………. 50 ft. broadcast quality extension cable
…………………. terminated with professional 3 pin
…………………. male/female connectors
40-351 ………. 100 ft. broadcast quality extension cable
40-352 ………. 25 ft. broadcast quality extension cable