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Description

Experience the signature clarity and warmth of the Sontronics Apollo, a ribbon condenser microphone that is revered by professional studios and home recording enthusiasts alike. Designed to capture the nuances of acoustic instruments and vocals, the Apollo combines vintage charm with modern precision, offering a versatile tool that excels in any recording environment. Its open head design and passive ribbon ensure an incredibly natural sound, making it a top choice for capturing the true essence of your performance.

The Sontronics Apollo boasts a figure-of-eight polar pattern, providing exceptional sensitivity and detail from both the front and rear, while effectively rejecting off-axis noise. This makes it ideal for stereo miking applications and room recordings. With its robust build and sleek aesthetic, the Apollo not only looks the part but is built to withstand the rigors of professional use.

Whether you're recording strings, brass, woodwinds, or vocals, the Sontronics Apollo delivers an authentic and rich sound profile that makes your recordings stand out. Its ability to handle high sound pressure levels without distortion ensures that every nuance of your performance is captured with pristine accuracy.

Key Features:

  • Ribbon condenser microphone
  • Figure-of-eight polar pattern
  • Passive ribbon design for natural sound
  • Excellent for stereo miking and room recordings
  • High SPL handling capability
  • Ideal for capturing vocals and acoustic instruments
  • Robust and sleek design for professional settings
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Apollo stereo ribbon microphone from Sontronics

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Apollo stereo ribbon microphone from Sontronics

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Sontronics Apollo.

Features and functionality

  • The Apollo offers a sharper stereo image with a coincident pair setup, which can enhance mono compatibility compared to spaced mic placements.

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Use cases and applications

  • The Apollo is ideal for capturing a single perspective, akin to what someone in the audience might hear during a live jazz performance.

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Comparisons

  • Unlike the flexibility of placing two separate mics, a single stereo mic like the Apollo may limit stereo spread due to its X/Y configuration.

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User experience

  • Users appreciate the Apollo's ease of setup and reduced risk of phase issues, making it suitable for quick and straightforward recording sessions.

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  • Owners express frustration at paying premium prices for Apollo interfaces but facing limitations in non-music applications, impacting their overall satisfaction.

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Software and compatibility

  • Apollo users face challenges with Discord and other apps due to lack of support for professional interfaces, often needing workarounds like Asio Link Pro for Windows.

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  • Nvidia Broadcast can effectively reroute Apollo inputs, allowing use in apps like Steam and Messenger, resolving compatibility issues for multimedia applications.

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  • Jack and Asio Bridge are potential solutions for Mac users to reroute audio, enhancing Apollo’s compatibility with third-party software.

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See how BØRNS uses Sontronics Apollo

BØRNS

Singer, Guitarist

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"Diamond cut" is how Garrett captioned the picture of what seems an acoustic/recording session, including the Sontronics APOLLO microphone and a piano.

See how Trevor Morris uses Sontronics Apollo

Trevor Morris

Composer

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In this youtube video of Trevor's studio, the Apollo can be seen at 1:48

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