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Sontronics Apollo 2 Ribbon Microphone Shock Mounted for Vocals
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Sontronics Apollo 2 Ribbon Microphone Shock Mounted for Vocals

The APOLLO 2 is the evolution of the well-known APOLLO. It includes two highly sensitive ribbon elements in an X-Y Blumlein configuration and is intended for demanding stereo recordings. It is...

The APOLLO 2 is the evolution of the well-known APOLLO. It includes two highly sensitive ribbon elements in an X-Y Blumlein configuration and is intended for demanding stereo recordings. It is manufactured in England and is ideal for recording orchestras, pianos, and choirs.

The unique design of the APOLLO 2 allows the microphone to capture an exceptionally...

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  • Usage Voice, Computer (Gaming & Streaming), Studio
  • Placement Shock Mounted
  • Connectivity 6 pin
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Description

Description

The APOLLO 2 is the evolution of the well-known APOLLO. It includes two highly sensitive ribbon elements in an X-Y Blumlein configuration and is intended for demanding stereo recordings. It is manufactured in England and is ideal for recording orchestras, pianos, and choirs.

The unique design of the APOLLO 2 allows the microphone to capture an exceptionally accurate, three-dimensional 'image'. It is ideal for orchestral, choral, and piano recordings, as well as for capturing the ambience and character of the recording space.

The APOLLO 2 also functions as an overhead microphone for drums and percussion or smaller instruments and vocal ensembles, with a natural result and ideal quality in the high frequencies, as well as fullness and volume in the mid and low ranges.

The two ribbon capsules can be isolated, allowing the APOLLO 2 to behave as a mono microphone.

The APOLLO 2 requires very little gain and no EQ, thanks to its phantom-powered circuit and transformers, which are entirely made in the UK. The engineers at Sontronics designed the microphone to be free from radio frequency interference, ensuring that the APOLLO 2's signal will always be 'crystal clear', whether in the recording studio or in a live environment.

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information
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Specifications

Specifications

Dimensions

Mode of Operation
Ribbon

Mode of Operation

Ribbon
Very natural and "soft" sound, especially at high frequencies. Used in studios and requires careful handling.
Frequency
20 - 18000 Hz

Frequency

Indicates the frequency range that a microphone can capture and is expressed in Hertz (Hz). The more balanced the range, the more natural and clear the sound.

Usage examples:

  • 100 – 10,000 Hz to 200 – 12,000 Hz: Emphasis on speech intelligibility, with limited low and very high frequencies.
  • 50 – 14,000 Hz to 80 – 16,000 Hz: Balance of volume and clarity. Ideal for live performances and dynamic microphones.
  • 40 – 15,000 Hz to 50 – 18,000 Hz: Rich, natural vocal sound. Suitable for podcasts, radio, and streaming.
  • 20 – 18,000 Hz to 20 – 20,000 Hz: Full spectrum with high detail and "air". Ideal for studio recording.
  • Below 20 Hz & above 20,000 Hz: Extended technical range for specialized studio applications.
Impendance
200 ohm

Impendance

Indicates how "easily" the microphone transmits its signal to the equipment (mixer, sound card, amplifier). It is expressed in Ohms (Ω).

  • Low impedance (≤ 600 Ω): Stable signal, less noise, ideal for professional equipment and long cable runs.
  • Medium impedance (600 – 1,000 Ω): Good balance, common in live and general use.
  • High impedance (> 1,000 Ω): More sensitive to loss and noise, usually found in older or specialized equipment.
Sensitivity
18 mV/Pa

Sensitivity

The sensitivity of a microphone indicates how strong the signal it produces is when recording a sound. It is measured in mV/Pa or dBV/Pa.

  • High sensitivity: The microphone can capture very low sounds, but it may be more sensitive to ambient noise.
  • Low sensitivity: It records louder sound sources without distortion, but requires more amplification from the preamp.

In general, condenser microphones have higher sensitivity than dynamic ones.

Max SPL
33 dB

Max SPL

Max SPL (Maximum Sound Pressure Level) is the maximum sound pressure level (in dB) that a microphone can withstand before it starts to distort the sound.

  • High Max SPL (e.g., 140-160dB): Ideal for recording loud sources such as drums, amplified guitar, or live concerts.
  • Lower Max SPL (e.g., 120dB): Suitable for vocals and softer recordings.

The higher the Max SPL, the louder the sounds it can capture without distortion.
Connectivity
6 pin

General Characteristics

Device Group
Voice, Computer (Gaming & Streaming), Studio
Placement
Shock Mounted
Vintage
No
Set
No
Color
Black

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

See all specifications

Description & Specifications

The APOLLO 2 is the evolution of the well-known APOLLO. It includes two highly sensitive ribbon elements in an X-Y Blumlein configuration and is intended for demanding stereo recordings. It is manufactured in England and is ideal for recording orchestras, pianos, and choirs.

The unique design of the APOLLO 2 allows the microphone to capture an exceptionally accurate, three-dimensional 'image'. It is ideal for orchestral, choral, and piano recordings, as well as for capturing the ambience and character of the recording space.

The APOLLO 2 also functions as an overhead microphone for drums and percussion or smaller instruments and vocal ensembles, with a natural result and ideal quality in the high frequencies, as well as fullness and volume in the mid and low ranges.

The two ribbon capsules can be isolated, allowing the APOLLO 2 to behave as a mono microphone.

The APOLLO 2 requires very little gain and no EQ, thanks to its phantom-powered circuit and transformers, which are entirely made in the UK. The engineers at Sontronics designed the microphone to be free from radio frequency interference, ensuring that the APOLLO 2's signal will always be 'crystal clear', whether in the recording studio or in a live environment.

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information

Dimensions

Mode of Operation
Ribbon

Mode of Operation

Ribbon
Very natural and "soft" sound, especially at high frequencies. Used in studios and requires careful handling.
Frequency
20 - 18000 Hz

Frequency

Indicates the frequency range that a microphone can capture and is expressed in Hertz (Hz). The more balanced the range, the more natural and clear the sound.

Usage examples:

  • 100 – 10,000 Hz to 200 – 12,000 Hz: Emphasis on speech intelligibility, with limited low and very high frequencies.
  • 50 – 14,000 Hz to 80 – 16,000 Hz: Balance of volume and clarity. Ideal for live performances and dynamic microphones.
  • 40 – 15,000 Hz to 50 – 18,000 Hz: Rich, natural vocal sound. Suitable for podcasts, radio, and streaming.
  • 20 – 18,000 Hz to 20 – 20,000 Hz: Full spectrum with high detail and "air". Ideal for studio recording.
  • Below 20 Hz & above 20,000 Hz: Extended technical range for specialized studio applications.
Impendance
200 ohm

Impendance

Indicates how "easily" the microphone transmits its signal to the equipment (mixer, sound card, amplifier). It is expressed in Ohms (Ω).

  • Low impedance (≤ 600 Ω): Stable signal, less noise, ideal for professional equipment and long cable runs.
  • Medium impedance (600 – 1,000 Ω): Good balance, common in live and general use.
  • High impedance (> 1,000 Ω): More sensitive to loss and noise, usually found in older or specialized equipment.
Sensitivity
18 mV/Pa

Sensitivity

The sensitivity of a microphone indicates how strong the signal it produces is when recording a sound. It is measured in mV/Pa or dBV/Pa.

  • High sensitivity: The microphone can capture very low sounds, but it may be more sensitive to ambient noise.
  • Low sensitivity: It records louder sound sources without distortion, but requires more amplification from the preamp.

In general, condenser microphones have higher sensitivity than dynamic ones.

Max SPL
33 dB

Max SPL

Max SPL (Maximum Sound Pressure Level) is the maximum sound pressure level (in dB) that a microphone can withstand before it starts to distort the sound.

  • High Max SPL (e.g., 140-160dB): Ideal for recording loud sources such as drums, amplified guitar, or live concerts.
  • Lower Max SPL (e.g., 120dB): Suitable for vocals and softer recordings.

The higher the Max SPL, the louder the sounds it can capture without distortion.
Connectivity
6 pin

General Characteristics

Device Group
Voice, Computer (Gaming & Streaming), Studio
Placement
Shock Mounted
Vintage
No
Set
No
Color
Black

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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