the t.bone EM 9600

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the t.bone EM 9600

the t.bone

EM 9600

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 141186
Model: EM 9600
Price: $51.70

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Look, this t.bone EM 9600 isn’t going to replace your Neumanns, but for video shooters, vloggers, or anyone needing a directional mic on a budget, it's a solid performer. It’s surprisingly capable for dialogue and capturing some ambient sounds, and the included accessories are a real bonus. Don't expect studio-grade clarity, but it's a decent grab for the money.

Product Description

  • the t.bone EM 9600 Shotgun Microphone
  • Condenser Shotgun Microphone
  • Ideal for video
  • voice
  • overhead and choir recording
  • Polar pattern: Super-cardioid
  • Frequency range: 60 - 18
  • 000 Hz
  • +48 V phantom power or 1.5 V battery
  • Aluminium housing
  • XLR jack
  • Dimensions: 22 x 320 mm
  • Weight: 130 g

*Accessories included:*, 6 m cable, Windshield, Microclamp with hot shoe adapter and 5/8" thread, Thread adapter to 3/8"

PROS
  • • Lightweight aluminum housing minimizes handling noise and fatigue.
  • • Supercardioid pattern offers excellent isolation in challenging environments.
  • • Included accessories provide immediate usability for various recording scenarios.
  • • Surprisingly decent transient response for its price point, capturing detail.
CONS
  • • Limited frequency response; lacks the finesse of higher-end SDCs.
  • • The aluminum housing, while light, feels a bit plasticky to the touch.
  • • Supercardioid pattern can be tricky to manage – prone to feedback.

Product Video

Key Features

Mic Type Condenser Shotgun Microphone
Polar Pattern Supercardioid
Frequency Range 60 - 18,000 Hz
Max SPL 120 dB
Sensitivity -32 dBV/Pa (1 kHz)
Connector XLR
Weight 130 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s a bit less refined than some of the Rodes, but the included accessories and surprisingly good rejection of off-axis noise make it competitive at this price point.
It’s reasonably durable, but handle it with care; it’s not as robust as thicker metal, and a hard impact could dent it.
It's usable in a pinch, but the limited frequency response won’t capture the nuances of acoustic instruments – best for dialogue and location sound.

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