Aston Microphones Stealth

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Aston Microphones Stealth

Aston Microphones

Stealth

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 455132
Model: Stealth
Price: $327.80

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The Stealth is a surprisingly capable dynamic mic, especially for broadcast and vocal tracking. Its selectable modes offer a decent amount of tonal shaping, and the built-in preamp is a nice touch for a cleaner signal. It's a solid choice for podcasters, streamers, or anyone needing a reliable and affordable workhorse mic.

Product Description

  • Aston Microphones Stealth
  • Dynamic Microphone for Broadcast
  • Studio and Stage
  • Offers 4 selectable sound settings: Vocal 1
  • Vocal 2
  • Guitar and Dark
  • Built-in Class A microphone preamp which is automatically activated with + 48V phantom power
  • High off-axis attenuation of unwanted ambient noise
  • Special built-in Sorbothane shock mount
  • LE displays can be switched off (stealth mode)
  • Can be operated "active" and "passive"
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
  • Peak SPL: 140 dB
  • Inherent noise: 10 dB
  • Sensitivity (passive mode): 1 mV/Pa (@ 1 kHz/1 kΩ)
  • Sensitivity (Active Mode): 150 mV/PA (@ 1 kHz/1 kΩ)
  • Microphone dimensions (L x Ø): 196 x 54 mm
  • Weight: 480 g
PROS
  • • Excellent off-axis rejection minimizes room noise effectively.
  • • Sorbothane shock mount genuinely isolates from stand vibrations.
  • • Selectable voice settings provide useful tonal flexibility for varied sources.
  • • Built-in Class A preamp adds a subtle warmth and clarity.
CONS
  • • The 10 dB self-noise is noticeable in very quiet recordings.
  • • Cardioid pattern limits versatility for stereo or ambient capture.
  • • Relatively heavy construction can be fatiguing during long sessions.

Product Video

Key Features

Mic Type Dynamic
Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL 140 dB
Sensitivity 150 mV/Pa (@ 1 kHz/1 kΩ, Active Mode)
Connector XLR
Weight 480 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 'Dark' setting rolls off some high-end frequencies, offering a smoother, less aggressive tone – similar to a vintage Shure SM7B but with less pronounced low-mids.
The preamp is automatically engaged when phantom power (+48V) is applied; there’s no user-selectable bypass function, which might limit some advanced users' options.
It handles moderate SPLs well, but for truly loud snare recordings, a dedicated studio dynamic mic with a higher SPL rating would likely provide a more robust and detailed result.

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