K2 – The New Sound In Tube Microphones! RODEs K2 represents an excellent value in a tube microphone, combining incredibly low noise, low distortion and high SPL with the type of fantastic lush sound youd expect from a high-end tube microphone. Amazingly Quiet & Versatile! The ultimate in pure rich tube sound and performance, the Rode K2 also delivers super low self noise (10 dBA), high max SPL (162 dBA), and mega wide dynamic range (150 dB). Rodes K2 features totally variable polar pattern control for an unbeatable combination of flexibility and power. The Rode K2s legendary sound quality inspires those magic takes in even the most demanding recording applications. Legendary Sound! RODE carefully constructed the K2 to deliver the sound and character of the prized transducers of the 50 and 60s. Theyve succeeded, thanks to the K2s HF1 capsule, a true 1″ condenser built along the exact lines of the older transducers, but with the reliability of modern technology! Rode hand selects the tubes for the K2 for specification and sound quality. From opera to punk rock and everything in between, the Rode K2 is literally in a class by itself! Rode K2 Tube Condenser Microphone Features at a Glance:Large, gold-sputtered diaphragmOmnidirectional, cardioid, figure-8, and all intermediate polar patternsContinuously variable polar pattern control on dedicated power supplyInternal shock mounting for low ambient noise and vibration resistanceWide dynamic rangeClass A valve circuitryHand-selected and graded 6922 twin-triode valveUser-serviceable with field-replaceable tubesHigh strength welded and heat-treated steel mesh headDurable satin nickel finish162 dBA Max SPL10 dBA Self Noise150dB Dynamic RangeIncludes dedicated low noise mic cable, RODE case, shock mount
