Originally introduced in the late 1950s, the iconic 251 microphone has become synonymous with unparalleled sound quality and vintage charm. Widely regarded as one of the finest condenser microphones ever crafted, the original 251 has left an indelible mark on the world of audio recording.
Drawing inspiration from this legendary microphone, the Space 251 pays homage to its rich heritage, often associated with the timeless recordings of the 1960s and 1970s. Even today, leading recording studios and audio professionals rely on the original 251, with notable users such as Bruce Springsteen, Beyonce, Celine Dion, Shirley Manson of Garbage, and Tom Petty.
The Space 251 offers a naturally smooth top-end that infuses recordings with a delightful “air” and “sparkle” without a hint of harshness. Its midrange is velvety and full-bodied, imbuing vocals and instruments with a sense of depth. When it comes to capturing low frequencies, the Space 251 excels, delivering warm and rounded tones that contribute to a robust and well-defined low-end in your recordings.
While it shines with vocals, the Space 251 is incredibly versatile, making it suitable for an array of instruments, including acoustic guitars, pianos, strings, and more, all while preserving that classic and enduring sound.
Together with its three switchable polar patterns—cardioid, omnidirectional, and Figure-8 (bi-directional)— the Space 251 is meticulously engineered to minimize self-noise, ensuring pristine audio capture for your creative endeavors.
- Cardioid, omnidirectional, and bidirectional patterns
- Classic and timeless sound
- Pressure-gradient transducer with shock-mounted capsule
- Excellent for recording vocals and instruments in a studio environment – renown for exemplary vocal recordings
- Strong and hard-wearing metal storage case
- Power supply unit with polarity switch
- Robust and durable shock mount
- Innovative magnetic pop shield
- Extremely high grade, electroplated finish
- Rugged construction with all metal body
- Top-quality components including WIMA capacitors, Fairchildresistors, Cinemag transformers, and Gotham Audio cabling
- Low noise floor enabling the mic to be used to record quiet andintimate material
Specifications:
| Name | Spec |
| Acoustical operating principle | Pressure gradient transducer |
| Directional Pattern | Omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8 |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz to 20 kHz |
| Rated Impedance | 200 ohms |
| Rated load impedance | ≥2kOhms |
| Maximum SPL for THD 0.5%²⁾ | 132dB (<0.5% THD) |
| S/N Ratio | 80dBA |
| Equivalent Noise | 12dBA (IEC651) |
| Supply voltage (P48, IEC 61938) | 48 V ± 4 V |
| Matching connector | |
| Microphone | spec. 7pin |
| Power Supply | XLR 3 F |
