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Sanken CU-41

Sanken CU-41

$2,875.00 Price Tier: High-end

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Page last updated Jan 16, 2026

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We compare 600+ stores and found this item at 2 stores. Prices updated January 14, 2026.

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$2,875.00

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$2,875.00

Average Price: $2,875

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Experience a new era of studio excellence with the Sanken CU-41, a dual-capsule cardioid microphone that has set the standard in professional recording since the 1980s. Engineered with meticulous attention to detail, this microphone offers unparalleled clarity and detail, making it an essential tool for both seasoned engineers and aspiring musicians. Its titanium diaphragms are not only a technological marvel but also resistant to humidity and temperature fluctuations, ensuring a consistent and reliable performance in any environment.

The CU-41 is renowned for its transparent, uncolored sound, capturing every nuance of your performance with precision. Whether you're recording the rich warmth of a male baritone or the intricate clarity of a grand piano, this mic delivers a detailed and high-fidelity sound that stands out. The innovative two-way transducer design ensures a totally flat frequency response, even at various off-axis angles, providing you with a versatile tool for a myriad of applications, from studio recording to broadcast and beyond.

Musicians and engineers trust the CU-41 for its distortion-free performance and low proximity effect, allowing for a pure cardioid pattern ideal for a wide range of recording scenarios. Whether you're whispering delicate vocals or capturing thunderous percussion, the CU-41 handles it all without clipping, making it a versatile choice for any studio setting.

Key Features:

Dual titanium diaphragms for stability and durability
Totally flat frequency response from 20Hz to 20KHz
Pure cardioid polar pattern with low proximity effect
Transparent, distortion-free sound quality
Suitable for recording, broadcasting, TV, and film studios
Includes S-41 Shock Mount Suspension and Vinyl Case

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