Sontronics Halo

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The Sontronics Halo is not your average dynamic microphone—it's a sonic powerhouse designed specifically for guitar amp recordings, capturing the raw energy and intricate details of your sound. Its unique retro design doesn't just look good; it also plays a vital role in delivering professional-grade audio with ease. Whether you're in the studio or on stage, the Halo's cardioid polar pattern ensures you have maximum focus on your source, minimizing unwanted background noise and giving you a crisp, clear output.

With a frequency range from 50 Hz to 15 kHz, the Halo provides ample coverage for capturing everything from the low-end warmth to the high-end sparkle of your guitar. Its sensitivity of 54 dB and an impedance of 600 Ω make it versatile enough to pair with a range of audio interfaces and mixers without any hassle. The Halo sports a robust XLR connector, ensuring reliable connectivity in any recording or live setup.

If you're looking for a microphone that delivers both style and substance, the Sontronics Halo stands out with its distinctive design and specialized performance features, making it a must-have tool for any guitarist aiming to capture their sound with precision and flair.

Key Features:

Designed for guitar amp recordings
Cardioid polar pattern
Frequency range: 50 Hz - 15 kHz
Sensitivity: 54 dB
Impedance: 600 Ω
XLR connector

Product specs

Available since	July 2011
On/Off Switch	No
Polar Pattern	Cardioid

FAQs

What is the primary application of the Sontronics Halo microphone?: The Sontronics Halo is specifically designed for miking guitar amplifiers, providing a clear and natural sound capture ideal for both live performances and studio recordings.
What polar pattern does the Sontronics Halo use, and why is it beneficial?: The Sontronics Halo features a cardioid polar pattern, which helps isolate the sound source by rejecting off-axis noise, making it excellent for capturing the direct sound of guitar amplifiers while minimizing background noise.
Does the Sontronics Halo microphone require phantom power?: No, the Sontronics Halo is a dynamic microphone and does not require phantom power, making it easy to use with a wide range of audio equipment without additional power requirements.
How does the Sontronics Halo microphone's design affect its performance?: The Sontronics Halo's retro design not only provides a unique aesthetic but also contributes to its ability to handle high sound pressure levels, making it well-suited for capturing the dynamic range of guitar amplifiers.
Is the Sontronics Halo suitable for recording in a home studio environment?: Yes, the Sontronics Halo is ideal for home studio use, offering excellent sound isolation and clarity when recording guitar amplifiers, ensuring high-quality audio capture in various recording settings.

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PROS

Unique design with integrated capsule shock mount
Excellent for guitar amp mic usage, especially for metal and rock
Results in a present, sharp sound that cuts through the mix
High signal to noise ratio ensures quality recording
Comparable to high-end mics like Sennheiser e906
Lifetime warranty offers peace of mind
Versatile for both studio and live settings
Adds a warm, "retro" character to vocals
Free accessories (soft bag, guitar pick) included
Performs well in various angles for amp miking

CONS

Sound may be too sharp for some preferences
Not as convincing for vocal support compared to main mic usage
Packaging could be improved beyond cardboard box

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Critic Reviews

Sontronics Halo Dynamic Microphone Review - Music Connection Magazine

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The Sontronics Halo dynamic microphone is a standout for guitar amp recordings, offering a unique blend of vintage aesthetics and versatile performance. With a cardioid pattern and a frequency response from 50Hz to 15kHz, it provides a broad midrange lift, making it a robust alternative to the usual SM-57. It excels in capturing clean tones with a fat sound and good pick attack, while also adeptly handling quirky, distorted tones. The Halo's ease of positioning and effective proximity effect add to its appeal. Priced at $185 with a lifetime warranty, it's a compelling choice for guitarists seeking quality and character in their recordings.

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Josh Homme

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Kyuss

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Featured on the official Sontronics "Famous Users" page.

JUSTIN SMITH, Engineer (Queens of the Stone Age, Eagles of Death Metal)

"The DELTA is amazing. It handles anything you throw at it from quiet, non-distorted guitar to balls-to-the-wall, amp-on-11 type stuff. As soon as you've got the final models ready [QOTSA beta-tested our DELTA prototypes], we want more of them!

"We love the HALO too, and we go out live with HALOs all over Josh and Troy [van Leeuwen]'s cab set-ups. They sound awesome!"

Troy Van Leeuwen

Guitarist, Bassist

Queens of the Stone Age

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JUSTIN SMITH, Engineer (Queens of the Stone Age, Eagles of Death Metal)

"The DELTA is amazing. It handles anything you throw at it from quiet, non-distorted guitar to balls-to-the-wall, amp-on-11 type stuff. As soon as you've got the final models ready [QOTSA beta-tested our DELTA prototypes], we want more of them!

"We love the HALO too, and we go out live with HALOs all over Josh and Troy [van Leeuwen]'s cab set-ups. They sound awesome!"

Peter Holmström

Guitarist

The Dandy Warhols

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Featured on Sontronics' official "Famous Users" page.

"My discovery of Sontronics mics came about when I was looking online for a Helios Electronics preamp and I stumbled across the Sontronics HELIOS mic. It looked really cool, as did all the other mics on the website. I read up a bit more and couldn't find a bad review so was interested in getting hold of some for myself.

"I started out with a DELTA and HALO combination and the results are amazing! Not just on guitar amps either... I use them on everything. In my little studio I've been using them on my '60s Kalamazoo and my '50s Ampeg amps.

"I'm starting a band with my friend Herman Jolly, and he's been singing into a HALO. We've been using the DELTA on the acoustic guitar too.

"We've now got four HALOs and four DELTAs that we uses on the Dandy Warhols set-up live and in the studio. I've now got my eye on the SIGMA, SATURN and HELIOS mics and hoping to see a 500-series Sontronics preamp added to the range. The build quality and design are excellent, I'd recommend Sontronics to everyone... in fact, I already have!"

Flood

Music Producer

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Featured on Sontronic's official "Famous Users" page.

"Sontronics was recommended to me by Alan Moulder who had just been working with Josh Homme (Queens of the Stone Age). I tried the DELTA and SIGMA and fell in love straight away. To be able to get clarity and depth so close to the amp was amazing!

"The whole thing about Sontronics is that immediacy of things sounding great without having to do anything. The ORPHEUS has such a great bite to it and all the Sontronics mics seem to have a great natural compression without losing any clarity or detail.

"There is only praise to add about value for money, amazing customer support and the knowledge that Trevor [Sontronics MD and mic designer] cares about every aspect of the mics: the sound quality, build quality, design... and I love his ability to be as caring with the everyday consumer as he is with us professionals. And the mics look amazing!

"I use the mics all the time, be it with Editors, Orbital, Karima Francis, Foals or anyone else. The mics were used on PJ Harvey's Mercury Prize-winning album Let England Shake mainly DELTA, SIGMA, ORPHEUS and HELIOS. We used DELTAs on amps; ORPHEUSs on Polly and John's vocals, brass and ambience. ORPHEUS was our go-to mic for anything and everything: voices, snare drums, acoustic guitars, autoharp, ambience and piano. For Polly's latest album The Hope Six Demolition Project we also added an ARIA for vocals… she won't record her voice with anything else now!

"Both of those albums were the sound of Sontronics, firstly because they were used on so many sources but also, more importantly, because every time we put up a Sontronics mic it gave us what we wanted: clarity, character, purity and openness. The whole album was recorded flat, which is a tribute to engineer Rob Kirwan but also to the Sontronics mics!"

"For PJ Harvey's latest album we also added an ARIA for her vocals… she won't record her voice with anything else now!"

"I have DELTAs, SIGMAs, HALOs, a SATURN, ARIA, ORPHEUS, ARIA and DM-1B, and they all have that immediacy of things sounding great without having to do anything!"