The MXL DX-2 Variable Dynamic Instrument Microphone is the worlds first variable dual dynamic capsule microphone. Youll be able to effortlessly blend between two polar patterns in varying degrees to achieve the ultimate sound. Capsule one offers incredible levels of warmth and fullness perfect for capturing the full sound of your instrument whilst the second provides a detailed mid-range with lots of clarity in the higher frequency spectrum. Drums amplifiers pianos. You name it the DX-2 excels on it. Thanks to its detailed 50Hz-14kHz frequency range youll be able to capture every last nuance of any instrument with an incredible degree of accuracy. Its versatility makes it a real asset when it comes to stage and studio applications youll be able to adjust the blend in accordance to minimise bleed from other instruments for highly usable results time after time. Whats more its compact size makes it excellent for close positioning to your source without any compromises. How does the microphone work? The broad side of the microphone is the front whilst the curved side is the back. For the greatest capture ensure that the broad side is directly facing your source. Positioning the crossfade knob all the way to the left hand side means the microphone will be capturing sound only from capsule 1 (supercardioid) whilst positioning the knob all the way to the right will pick-up sound from capsule 2 (cardioid) youll be able to adjust these with varying degrees to achieve the perfect tonal balance between the two. Whats included? Hard mount mic stand adaptor Euro-thread adapter Leather zipper pouch Specifications Type: Dual Capsule Dynamic Microphone Frequency Response: 50 Hz- 14kHz Polar pattern: Super Cardiod Cardiod Sensitivity: -52 dB re 1 V/Pa -54 dB re 1 V/Pa Impedance: 400 ohms/600 ohms Size: 43mm x 156mm/ 1.73 in. x 6.14 in Weight: 0.45lbs/204 g Metal Finish: Dark Metallic Grey and Black Product Code: DX-2