Sontronics Saturn 2

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Sontronics Saturn 2

Sontronics

Saturn 2

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 594098
Model: Saturn 2
Price: $1,648.90

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The Saturn 2 is a seriously impressive mic, offering a smooth, detailed sound with a vintage vibe. It's a great choice for singers, voice-over artists, and acoustic instrument recording where capturing subtle details is key. This microphone will shine in a studio setting, providing a professional, polished sound.

Product Description

  • Sontronics Saturn 2
  • Condenser Microphone
  • 9 Polar patterns: omnidirectional
  • wide cardioid
  • cardioid
  • hypercardioid and figure-of-eight and their 4 intermediate positions
  • Three-step high-pass filter: Flat
  • 75 Hz or 125 Hz
  • PAD circuit: -10 dB or -20 dB
  • Frequency range: 20 - 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Max. SPL: 130 db
  • Inherent noise: 10 db (A-weighted)
  • Spring-loaded capsule suspension on a ring made of hard anodised aluminium
  • Front rotary control for pattern selection
  • Status LED
  • Retro-Design
  • Dimensions (H x D x W): 229 x 15 x 32mm
  • Weight (microphone): 540 g
  • Includes shock mount and transport case
PROS
  • • Exceptional detail retrieval across vocals and acoustic instruments, revealing subtle nuances.
  • • The spring-loaded capsule suspension significantly reduces handling noise and vibrations.
  • • Multiple polar patterns offer remarkable flexibility for various recording scenarios and room acoustics.
  • • Robust, retro-styled aluminum ring construction feels substantial and well-built, inspiring confidence.
CONS
  • • The relatively high self-noise might be noticeable on very quiet sources or low-gain preamps.
  • • Its size and weight can make it less ideal for mobile recording or overhead placement.
  • • The retro aesthetic, while appealing, might not suit all studio environments or personal preferences.

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Key Features

Mic Type Large Diaphragm Condenser
Polar Pattern 9 Patterns (Omnidirectional, Wide Cardioid, Cardioid, Hypercardioid, Figure-8, and 4 Intermediate Positions)
Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL 130 dB
Sensitivity -32 dBV/Pa (10 dBV = 1V/µbar)
Connector XLR
Weight 540 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

It offers a similar level of detail and versatility but with a slightly warmer, more vintage-leaning character than the AKG, and a more robust build than the Neumann.
While not exceptionally quiet, it's manageable with proper gain staging and a decent preamp; it's more of a consideration for capturing extremely subtle sounds like room ambience.
They’re genuinely useful! Being able to switch between omni and figure-8 allows for creative stereo recording techniques and helps mitigate room reflections.

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