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ST169

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Our Most
Versatile Studio Mic

ST169

ST169

Multi-Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone

The Sterling Audio ST169 Multi-Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone is the professional choice for sheer recording versatility — providing a warm, articulate and detailed sound with extreme volume handling.

ST169

Multi-Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone

The Sterling Audio ST169 Multi-Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone is the professional choice for sheer recording versatility — providing a warm, articulate and detailed sound with extreme volume handling.

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Warm, Articulate and Detailed Sound

The Sterling ST169 Multi-Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone is the professional choice for sheer recording versatility — providing a warm, articulate and detailed sound with extreme volume handling.

2 Sterling ST169 multi-pattern tube condenser microphones
Sterling ST169 multi-patern tube condenser microphone shock mouted upside down light background.

New and Traditional Technology

A combination of new and traditional technology yields a full frequency response and quick transient response without sacrificing authentic tube warmth and tone.

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Keep your mic safe and solidly in place

 

Included with the ST169 is a premium metal band-suspension shockmount and aluminum carry case. The Sterling SM8 Microphone Shockmount isolates the ST169 from unwanted ambient rumble, vibrations and other noises. Its aluminum and zinc design and premium automotive-quality titanium finish provide rugged construction, while its toothed angle-adjustment keeps your mic solidly in place.

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A power supply for clean signal

 

The ST169’s power supply provides 48 volts of clean phantom power. It features one female XLR input and one male XLR output in a rugged metal housing. Connect the ST169 to the XLR input, and the power supply’s output to your mixer, audio interface or preamp. This is an ideal addition to any studio environment that employs a collection of various audio gear.

Response Graphs

Sterling ST169 multi pattern tube condenser microphone frequency response cardioid graph

Frequency Response Graph: Cardioid
Sterling ST169 multi pattern tube condenser microphone frequency response figure 8 graph

Frequency Response Graph: Figure 8
Sterling ST169 multi pattern tube condenser microphone frequency response omni graph

Frequency Response Graph: Omni
Sterling ST169 multi pattern tube condenser microphone polar pattern cardioid graph

Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Sterling ST169 multi pattern tube condenser microphone polar pattern figure 8 graph.

Polar Pattern: Figure 8
Sterling ST169 multi pattern tube condenser microphone polar pattern omni graph

Polar Pattern: Omni

What’s in the box?

  • ST169 Multi-Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone
  • SM8 premium metal, band-suspension shock mount
  • Custom padded aluminum carry case
  • Low-noise power supply
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Sterling ST169 multi-patern tube condenser microphone case and components
Sterling ST169 multi pattern tube condenser microphone shock mounted upside down on yellow background.
Sterling ST169 multi-patern tube condenser microphone open case with the components.
Sterling ST169 multi pattern tube condenser microphone shock mounted on yellow background.
Sterling ST169 low noise power supply
Sterling ST169 shock mount SM8 on yellow background.
Sterling ST169 multi-patern tube condenser microphone close up.
Sterling ST169 multi-patern tube condenser microphone shock mouted light background.

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ST169

Specifications

Multi-Pattern Tube Condenser Microphone

Circuit Type:

 Class-A Tube

Polar Patterns:

 Cardioid, Omni and Figure-8

Frequency Response:

 20Hz - 20kHz

High Pass Filters:

 Switchable 75Hz, 12dB/octave

Attenuation Pad:

 Switchable -10dB

Sensitivity:

 30mV/Pa

Maximum SPL:

 142dB (132dB without pad)

Equivalent Noise:

 22dB SPL

Typical Load Impedance:

 >1000 Ohms

Output Source Impedance:

 200 Ohms transformer isolated

Dimensions:

 7.7” long, 1.9” max. dia.

Weight:

 1.2 lbs

Power:

 Included power supply