Product Overview
The Aston Microphones Spirit Limited Edition Black Bundle features Aston's flagship Spirit multi-pattern condenser microphone, along with a Swiftshield shock mount and pop shield. The Spirit is a high-performance, large-diaphragm condenser mic with a unique design, offering cardioid, omni, and figure-8 polar patterns, a 1-inch gold-evaporated capsule, a 10/20dB pad, and an 80Hz high-pass filter. This versatile microphone is ideal for both studio and stage use. Highly recommended for those seeking quality on a budget, the Spirit Black Bundle is a limited edition with only 1,500 units available worldwide.
Aston Microphones SPIRIT-BLK-BNDL Applications:
- Accurate & Versatile
- The Spirit offers a lovely, open sound with shimmering harmonics. Sweetwater engineers praise its accuracy and versatility, particularly for vocals and acoustic guitars. The build quality is exceptional, with Aston hand-selecting the capsule and pairing it with a high-end transformer and balanced circuitry using premium components. The Spirit provides a true, transparent rendition of the source, capturing treble detail without harshness.
- Wave-form mesh head with built-in pop filter:
- The Spirit features Aston’s signature wave-form mesh head, offering rugged protection for the mic’s internals. The shock-resistant grille can absorb impacts and return to its normal shape without damage. It also provides off-axis rejection, reducing unwanted ambient sound. Integrated into the wave-form head is a mesh-knit pop filter that eliminates plosives in vocal performances. This stainless steel, rustproof mesh cage is removable and washable.
- Unique chassis and end cap design:
- The Spirit boasts a striking appearance, achieved through a meticulous process where each chassis is individually tumbled for up to four hours before engraving. A custom-molded end cap with integrated XLR and a built-in, interchangeable mic stand thread adapter adds to its uniqueness. Thanks to its superior onboard shock absorption, the Spirit can be mounted directly to a mic stand, simplifying repair and maintenance.
Aston Microphones SPIRIT-BLK-BNDL Includes:
- Multipattern Condenser Microphone
- Shockmount
- Pop Shield
Aston Microphones SPIRIT-BLK-BNDL Features:
- Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone: Variable polar patterns.
- Switchable Polar Patterns: Cardioid, Omni, and Figure-8.
- Premium Capsule: 1-inch gold-evaporated capsule with a protective wave-form mesh head and built-in pop filter.
- Advanced Circuitry: Innovative blend of discrete and integrated circuits.
- Optimized Design: Efficient phantom power input circuit to capsule voltage bias.
- Unique Rectification: Nonlinear voltage/current source rectification.
- Rugged Mesh Head: Shock-resistant wave-form mesh head with built-in pop filter.
- Distinctive Finish: Individually tumbled chassis.
- Custom End Ca: Integrated XLR and interchangeable mic stand thread adapter.
- Versatile Controls: Onboard 10/20dB pad and 80Hz highpass filter.
- Phantom Power: Requires 48-volt phantom power.
- Complete Bundle: Includes Swiftshield shock mount and pop shield.
Aston Microphones SPIRIT-BLK-BNDL Specifications:
- Microphone Type: Condenser
- Mono/Stereo: Mono
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omni, Figure-8
- Diaphragm Size: 1" gold evaporated
- Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz (±3dB)
- Max SPL: 138dB SPL
- Sensitivity: 23.7mV/Pa
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 80dB (A weighted)
- Self Noise: 14dB (A weighted)
- Low Cut Filter: 80Hz
- Pads: -20dB, -10dB
- Connector: XLR
- Color: Black
- Power Source: 48V phantom power
- Dimensions: 6.89" x 2.13"
- Weight: 1.38 lbs.
- Included Accessories: Shockmount, Pop Shield
