The Sontronics ORPHEUS is a stunning multi-pattern, large-diaphragm condenser microphone that beautifully marries an eye-catching retro-futuristic aesthetic with world-class British audio engineering. Featuring a large 35mm dual-diaphragm capsule uniquely suspended within an internal shockmount system inside its spherical grille, this microphone delivers outstanding precision, clarity, and definition. Revered by producers and engineers worldwide, it is frequently described as the "best hardware reverb plug-in money can buy" due to its uncanny ability to accurately capture the breathtaking natural ambiance of any recording space.
The core of the Sontronics ORPHEUS lies in its supreme versatility, allowing users to switch between three distinct polar patterns: cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-of-eight. What truly sets this microphone apart is its unique three-position pad switch. Alongside a standard -10dB attenuation cut for handling loud sound sources like brass and heavy drums, it features a highly innovative +10dB boost. This boost function provides an incredibly strong, clean output signal when the mic is positioned at a distance for room or overhead miking, or when capturing exceptionally quiet sources like delicate foley or soft spoken-word performances.
Sonically, the ORPHEUS boasts exceptionally low self-noise and a distinct presence lift in the higher frequencies, capturing the subtlest nuances and allowing tracks to cut through a dense mix without requiring heavy post-production EQ. Since its release, it has become an absolute go-to choice for tracking vocals, acoustic guitars, pianos, solo strings, and voiceovers. Housed in a durable, low-resonance zinc alloy body, the Sontronics ORPHEUS represents a truly professional-grade studio tool designed to tackle almost any recording scenario.
KEY FEATURES
- Premium multi-pattern condenser microphone with a unique retro-futuristic design
- Large 35mm dual-diaphragm capsule mounted in an internal, vibration-reducing suspension
- Three selectable polar patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, and Figure-of-eight
- Unique 3-position pad switch offering a -10dB cut and an innovative +10dB signal boost
- Incredibly clear and present high-frequency response that requires little to no EQ
- Ultra-low self-noise circuitry ensures pristine audio when recording quiet sound sources
- Widely regarded as one of the best room and overhead microphones available on the market
- Exceptional on vocals, voiceovers, grand pianos, acoustic guitars, and orchestral ensembles
- Constructed with a heavy-duty zinc alloy body for low resonance and durability
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Microphone Type: Multi-pattern condenser
- Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-of-eight
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Sensitivity: 20 mV/Pa (-32 dB ±2 dB, 0 dB = 1V/Pa @ 1 kHz)
- Impedance: ≤ 200 Ohms
- Maximum SPL (for 0.5% THD @ 1 kHz): 130 dB
- Equivalent Noise Level: < 14 dB (A-weighted)
- Pad Switch: -10 dB cut, 0 dB, +10 dB boost
- Power Requirements: 48V Phantom power required
- Connector: 3-pin XLR
- Microphone Dimensions: 204 × 86 × 86 mm
- Microphone Weight: 0.89 kg (approx. 900 g)
