C-500

Sony Model C-500
cardioid condenser microphone

Specifications

• Frequency Response: 20-20,000 Hz ±3 dB (frontal)
  
• Effective Output Level: −49.8 dB (attenuator pad switch at 0 dB)
• Effective Output Level: −57.8 dB (attenuator pad switch at −8 dB)
  
• Output Impedance: 250 Ω ±20% (balanced)
  
• Power Supply: Standard operating voltage: 48 V, current drain less than 2.5 mA
  
• Noise Level: S/N ratio: more than 70 dB (1,000 Hz, reference = 10 µbar)
  
• Maximum Sound Pressure Input Level: 154 dB-SPL
  
• Dynamic Range: 130 dB
  
• Mounting Thread: Standard RCA ½''
  
• Weight: 2.2 lb (1,000 g)
  
• Optional Accessory: AC power supply AC-148A