Crown CM700 Cardioid Condenser Professional Microphone

CROWN CM700 Details ^top

The CM Series of condenser microphones by Crown offer exceptional quality at truly affordable prices. With application-specific microphones, ranging from professional-grade headworn microphones to critical-response microphones for the most demanding recording applications, the CM Series can fit most any microphone need. Types include hand-held, headworn, hanging, or stand-mounted.

With innovations such as Crowns patented Differoid technology, the CM series combines years of technical know-how with durable, high-quality materials and workmanship. These qualities are direct contributors to the successful performances of our customers, and a primary reason for the success Crown enjoys today.

Used by world-renowned artists such as Garth Brooks, Britney Spears and Janet Jackson, the Crown CM-311A Differoid microphone is the headworn microphone of choice for the live-performance industry. Featuring clear, crisp vocal performance in a lightweight package, this microphone signifies the quality and performance value of the Crown CM Series of microphones.

CM-700
Cardioid condenser mic for use in professional recording and stage applications. Handles up to 151dB SPL before overload and is an excellent choice for overhead miking of drums and for acoustic instruments. Also features a 3-position roll-off switch.

Features:
Electret condenser microphone
30Hz to 20kHz frequency response
Cardioid polar pattern
190ohms impedance
2.5mV/Pa sensitivity
Great for drums

CROWN CM700 Specs ^top

Type: Cardioid condenser.
Transducer: Back electret condenser.
Frequency response (typical): 30 Hz to 20,000 Hz
Polar pattern: Cardioid
Impedance: 190 ohms, balanced. Recommended minimum load impedance 1000 ohms.
Open-circuit sensitivity: 2.5 mV/Pa* (–52 dB re 1 V/Pa*).
Power sensitivity: –52 dB re 1 mW/Pa*.
Equivalent noise level (self-noise): 21 dB SPL typical A-weighted (0 dB=.0002 dyne/cm2).
S/N ratio: 73 dB at 94 dB SPL.
Maximum SPL for 3% THD: 151 dB with 48V phantom, 142 dB with 12V phantom.
Polarity: Positive pressure on the diaphragm produces a positive voltage on pin 2 with respect to pin 3 of the output connector.
Output connector: 3-pin male XLR-type connector.
Switch: Flat, low-cut and bass rolloff.
Operating voltage: Phantom power, 12 to 48 volts
DC, positive voltage on pins 2 and 3 with respect to pin 1 of output connector.
Current drain: 3.2 mA.
Materials: Rugged steel housing and steel mesh grille.
Finish: Satin black.
Dimensions:
Weight: 4 oz. (113 grams).
Cable: None supplied. Use 2-conductor shielded mic cable.
Included accessories: Carrying pouch, WS-12 foam
pop filter, WS-11 foam windscreen, ASA-4 swivel mount.
Optional accessories: Crown PH-4B phantom power supply (4 channels, AC powered). Crown PH-1A phantom power supply (1 channel, battery or AC
powered). CM-SM isolation shock mount, CM-SB stereo bar.

CROWN CM700 Documentation ^top

CM700 Manual (pdf)