Sterling Audio announces a new line of affordably priced professional microphones for studio recording. The new family includes six individual microphones, a two-microphone pack and two new rugged shock mounts. Ribbon microphones hold a special place in every recording engineer's heart for their ability to capture high-frequency detail. So let's start with the ST170 Active Ribbon.
Sterling Audio ST170 Active Ribbon microphone
The new Sterling Audio ST170 Active Ribbon microphone is all that and much more. Its polar pattern gives it a very rich presence and a warm low end.
The ST170 lets mixes come together quickly without needing much EQ. It's a great choice for modern mixes of electric and acoustic guitars, drums, vocals and various studio takes. The active, phantom-powered design delivers an optimal output level for just the right touch on mic preamps. In addition, the ST170 easily handles up to 132 dB SPL for loud, powerful sources such as guitar amps or drums. The ST170 comes in the new Sterling Audio SM5 metal shock mount and an aluminum case for safe, rugged transport.
Sterling Audio ST169 tube condenser microphone
There's nothing like the smooth intensity of a fine tube condenser microphone, like the one provided by the new Sterling Audio ST169 tube condenser microphone. Ideal for vocals, instruments, voice-over and studio recording. Its combination of new and traditional technology results in full frequency response and fast transient response. Selectable cardioid, omni and figure-8 polar patterns, a switchable high-pass filter and an attenuation pad, together with the ability to handle up to 142 dB SPL, give this Class A tube condenser with a 1-inch diaphragm great versatility. The new microphone comes with the premium Sterling Audio SM8 metal shock mount, an aluminum stand mount and a power supply.
Sterling Audio ST155 large-diaphragm condenser microphone
The Sterling Audio ST155 large-diaphragm condenser microphone features a large 1-inch diaphragm and delivers a very rich sound with great detail, smooth and articulate, perfect for recording vocals, instruments and voice-over. Its hand-assembled capsule and custom transformer make it one of the standouts in its class.
The ST155 provides additional versatility thanks to its switchable high-pass filter and attenuation pad. It can handle up to 144 dB SPL from 20 Hz to 20 kHz. It comes in the premium Sterling Audio SM8 metal shock mount with a custom carrying case.
Sterling Audio ST131 Studio Instrument Condenser microphone
For capturing the sound of instruments with complete clarity and detail, the new Sterling Audio ST131 Studio Instrument Condenser microphone is ideal. It features a hypercardioid polar pattern. The Sterling Audio ST151 condenser microphone has a custom transformer and a hand-assembled 1-inch capsule. It offers a cardioid polar pattern, making it a good choice for a variety of recording applications. The Sterling ST159 multi-pattern condenser microphone offers selectable cardioid, omni and figure-8 polar patterns. This and many other features make it the most versatile microphone in the collection.
SP150 / 130 Studio Condenser Microphone Pack
Sterling has also launched the SP150 / 130 Studio Condenser Microphone Pack, which includes two professional cardioid FET-class microphones that let you handle a wide variety of recording situations. The side-address SP150 delivers articulate, detailed results on both instrument and vocal recording, while the end-address SP130 instrument microphone captures fast transients with exceptional clarity.
Finally, Sterling has launched two new shock mounts: the SM5, which can accommodate a variety of medium-body studio microphones (1.2 to 1.7 inches), and the SM8, which fits any Sterling large-diaphragm microphone (1.6 to 2.4-inch body diameter)
Prices for these microphones range from €80 to €420.
