the t.bone EM 700

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the t.bone EM 700

the t.bone

EM 700

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 195308
Model: EM 700
Price: $38.50

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The t.bone EM 700 is a seriously impressive budget option. It's a solid choice for podcasters, voice-over artists, or anyone needing a decent mic for recording acoustic instruments in a less-than-perfect environment – just be mindful of that supercardioid pattern!

Product Description

  • the t.bone EM 700
  • Condenser microphone
  • With 16 mm capsule
  • Polar pattern: Supercardioid
  • Frequency response: 50 Hz - 20 kHz
  • Low cut switch: -3 dB @ 75 Hz or 150 Hz
  • Pad switch (-10 dB or -20 dB)
  • Sensitivity: -42.5 dB (7.9 mV/Pa)
  • Equivalent noise level: 20.6 dB SPL (A)
  • Max. sound pressure level: 135 dB SPL (1% THD
  • 1 kHz)
  • Dimensions: 20 x 115 mm
  • Weight (microphone without shock mount): 87 g
  • Includes shock mount
  • wind shield
  • and case

<b>Note:</b> Requires 48 V phantom power.

PROS
  • • Surprisingly robust metal housing for a budget mic
  • • Supercardioid pattern offers excellent isolation in less-than-ideal rooms
  • • Low-cut switch provides useful tonal shaping flexibility
  • • Included accessories – shock mount, wind shield, case – add significant value
CONS
  • • Capsule lacks the detail and nuance of higher-end models
  • • Supercardioid pattern can be tricky to manage without precise mic placement
  • • Limited frequency response compared to broader condenser options

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Key Features

Mic Type Small Diaphragm Condenser
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Range 50 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL 135 dB SPL
Sensitivity -42.5 dB (7.9 mV/Pa)
Connector XLR
Weight 87 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Rode NT5 has a noticeably smoother and more detailed sound, but the EM 700 offers surprising performance for the price, especially considering the included accessories.
Yes, it's a basic high-pass filter offering a gentle roll-off at 75 Hz or 150 Hz, useful for reducing rumble and proximity effect.
It’s usable for overheads or snare, but the limited SPL handling and capsule detail might not capture the full dynamic range and nuance needed for professional drum recordings.

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