Overview

Stereo Ribbon Microphone

The SF-12 stereo coincident ribbon microphone combines high quality audio performance with outstanding stereo separation and imaging. It is a modern ribbon design with no audible diffraction effects or cavity resonance. An SF-12 is actually two matched ribbon microphones placed one above the other; each aimed 45 degrees from center in the classic Blumlein configuration. The frequency response is excellent regardless of the angle of sound striking the ribbons and off-axis coloration is negligible.

The SF-12 utilizes two 1.8-micron ribbons, each weighing approximately 1/3 milligram and producing superb transient response. The two ribbon transducers are magnet/pole piece structures that produce a wide, uniform frequency response with no substantial peaks or dips. The case is ingot iron and forms part of the magnetic return circuit, an effective system with low leakage flux which accounts for the relatively high sensitivity in a trim package. The SF-12's extension cable comes with a Y adapter that splits into separate 3-pin male XLR connectors labeled Upper and Lower, for the upper and lower capsules of the microphone (when held vertically).

Product Details

  • True stereophonic (Blumlein and M-S) recording from one microphone
  • High SPL capabilities
  • No internal active electronics to overload or produce distortion up to maximum SPL rating
  • Extremely low residual noise
  • Ribbon element not affected by heat or humidity
  • Absence of high frequency phase distortion
  • Equal sensitivity from front or back of elements
  • Consistent frequency response regardless of distance
  • High efficiency, matching toroidal transformers
  • Very low magnetic leakage
Acoustic Operating Principle
Electrodynamic pressure gradient
Polar Pattern
Crossed figure-8's
Generating Element
1.8-micron aluminum ribbon
Frequency Response
30-15,000 Hz +/- 3dB
Sensitivity
> -52 dBv Re. 1v/pa
Output Impedance
300 Ohms @ 1K (nominal)
Rated Load Impedance
>1500 Ohms @ 300 nominal impedance
Maximum SPL
>130dB
Output Connector
Male XLR 5 pin (stereo)
Dimensions
206 mm L X 25 mm W (8" L X 1" W)
Weight
369 Grams (13 Oz)
Finish
Matte Black Chrome, Dull Satin Nickel (optional)