Inspired by the most widely utilized solid-state condenser microphone found in today’s professional studios, the Space 87 boasts remarkable sound quality and an unparalleled ability to capture intricate details, making it an ideal choice for an array of recording scenarios.
The Space 87 excels in vocal recording, effortlessly handling both singing and spoken word, just like its renowned predecessor. Its seamless and natural frequency response skillfully captures the subtle nuances and tonal intricacies of the speaker or singer’s voice.
This microphone goes beyond vocals, functioning as a true workhorse capable of faithfully reproducing a diverse range of musical instruments, including acoustic guitars, pianos, strings, and brass instruments. Its remarkable precision and clarity in instrument reproduction render it an adaptable choice across various music genres and styles.
Equipped with selectable polar patterns, including cardioid, omnidirectional, and Figure-8 (bi-directional), the Space 87 is engineered with minimal self-noise. Additionally, it includes ‘-10 dB pad’ and ‘low cut’ switches, mirroring the original design, enhancing its adaptability and versatility, making it an excellent microphone for a variety of recording needs.
- Excellent for recording vocals and instruments in a studio environment with the classic ‘87 sound’
- Cardioid, omnidirectional, and bidirectional patterns
- -10dB pad and Low Cut Switches
- Extremely versatile
- Pressure-gradient transducer with shock-mounted capsule
- Low noise floor enabling the mic to be used to record quiet and intimate material
- Top-quality components including WIMA capacitors, Fairchild resistors and a Cinemag transformer
- High grade, electroplated finish and futuristic design
- Rugged construction with all metal body
- Strong and hard-wearing metal storage case
- Robust and durable shock mount
- Innovative magnetic pop shield
Specifications:
Name | Spec |
Acoustical operating principle | Pressure gradient transducer |
Directional Pattern | Omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8 |
Frequency Range | 20 Hz-20 kHz |
Sensitivity at 1 kHz into 1 kohm | 20/28/22 mV/Pa ± 1 dB (Omni/cardioid/8) |
Rated Impedance | 200 ohms |
Rated load impedance | 1 kohms |
Equivalent noise level, CCIR¹) | 26/23/25 dB (Omni/cardioid/8) |
Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% with preattenuation²) | 127 dB |
Signal-to-noise ratio, CCIR (re. 94 dB SPL)¹) | 68/71/69 dB (Omni/cardioid/8) |
Maximum output voltage | -6 dBu |
Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) | 48 V ± 4 V |
Current consumption (P48, IEC 61938) | 0.8 mA |
Matching connector | XLR 3 F |