Capture your sound with clarity and precision using the CAD GXL1200, a small-diaphragm condenser microphone ideal for studio recording and live performances. With its cardioid polar pattern, this microphone expertly minimizes off-axis noise and ambiance, ensuring your recordings remain focused and true to the source. Perfectly suited for capturing the nuances of both instruments and vocals, the GXL1200 boasts a high SPL handling capability, making it a versatile choice for a wide range of audio environments—from intimate acoustic sessions to energetic band recordings.

The GXL1200 shines in its ability to handle loud audio signals without distortion, making it invaluable for capturing the dynamic range of instruments such as guitars, strings, woodwinds, cymbals, and percussion. Housed in a sleek, slim profile, this microphone is as visually unobtrusive as it is sonically transparent, allowing you to focus on your craft without distraction. Included with the microphone are a microphone clip for secure mounting and a protective pouch for safe storage and transport.

Key Features:

• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Frequency response: 30Hz – 20,000kHz
• Sensitivity: -56 dB (0 dB = 1V/Pa @ 1 kHz)
• Inherent noise: 14 dB (A-weighted)
• Impedance: 200 ohm
• Requires 48V phantom power
• High SPL handling capacity
• Includes microphone clip and protective pouch

Product specs

FAQs

What is the polar pattern of the CAD GXL1200?

The CAD GXL1200 features a cardioid polar pattern, which is ideal for capturing sound sources directly in front of the microphone while minimizing background noise and feedback from the sides and rear.

Is the CAD GXL1200 suitable for recording acoustic instruments?

Yes, the CAD GXL1200 is well-suited for recording acoustic instruments, offering clear and detailed sound capture, making it a popular choice for guitars, pianos, and other acoustic sources.

Does the CAD GXL1200 require phantom power?

Yes, the CAD GXL1200 condenser microphone requires phantom power to operate, typically provided by most audio interfaces or mixing consoles.

How would you describe the sound signature of the CAD GXL1200?

The CAD GXL1200 provides a natural and transparent sound signature, delivering accurate reproduction of the source with balanced frequency response, making it versatile for various recording applications.