Heil Sound PR30 Black Matte

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Heil Sound PR30 Black Matte

Heil Sound

PR30 Black Matte

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 509202
Model: PR30 Black Matte
Price: $405.90

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The PR30 is a workhorse mic – seriously well-built and sounds fantastic on guitars, brass, and even vocals needing that extra bit of clarity. It’s a great choice for gigging musicians and home studios needing a reliable, versatile dynamic mic that doesn’t break the bank.

Product Description

  • Heil Sound PR30 Black Matte
  • Dynamic Grand Diaphragm Microphone
  • Directional characteristics: Super cardioid
  • Frequency range: 40 - 18
  • 000 Hz
  • Max. sound pressure level: 146 dB
  • Impedance: 370 ohms
  • Colour: Black
  • Includes microphone mount
PROS
  • • Robust all-steel construction inspires confidence and longevity.
  • • The large diaphragm captures nuanced detail and a full low-end response.
  • • Supercardioid pattern excels at isolating instruments in live settings.
  • • Black matte finish offers a professional, understated aesthetic.
CONS
  • • High sensitivity can be problematic with loud sources without proper gain staging.
  • • Supercardioid pattern demands careful mic placement to avoid feedback.
  • • Impedance might require a preamp with sufficient gain for optimal performance.

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Key Features

Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Range 40 Hz - 18 kHz
Sensitivity -42 dBV/Pa (1.85 mV/Pa)
Impedance 370 ohms
Connector XLR
Weight 1.3 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

The PR30 offers a slightly more open and detailed sound than the SM57, with a richer low-end, but the SM57 remains the king of aggressive, mid-focused tones.
It takes a little practice, but the PR30’s pattern is manageable; just be mindful of your positioning relative to the sound source and monitor placement.
While it'll work with most preamps, a cleaner, higher-headroom preamp will really let the PR30’s detail shine and prevent noise floor issues.

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