Pro Audio/Broadcast Microphones

(prices are manufacturer suggested retail prices, not market value)

AKG

AKG C-414B/ULS ($899.00)
Large-diaphragm condenser w/four switchable polar patterns.  Built-in 3-position attenuator, selectable bass roll-off.  Low impedence and phantom power.
Freq. Response:  30Hz - 20kHz
Polar Patterns:  hypercardioid, cardioid, omni, and bi-directional.

AKG C1000S ($199.00)
Condenser.  Switchable between 2 pickup patterns.  Internal 9V battery or external 12-48V phantom.  Foam windscreen and stand adapter.
Weight:  9.7oz.

AKG C 2000B ($378.00)
"Entry level" mic that is affordable for a high-quality cardioid.  Flat freq. response.  Switchable bass roll-off filter for eliminating proximity effect.  10dB pre-attenuation pad enables the mic to be adjusted to all recording or live situations.  Built-in pop screen reduces breath blasts, wind and other unwanted noise.  Die-cast metal housing.
Freq. Range:  30Hz - 20kHz

AKG C3000B ($299.00)
Large-diaphragm condeser.  Built-in spider shock absorber and switchable features:  cardioid/hypercardioid pattern, bass roll-off, and -10dB pad for close miking.  Takes 9-52V phantom power.
Weight:  11oz.  

AKG C 4000B ($740.00)
Large diaphragm mic.  Selectable polar patterns -- omnidirectional, cardioid and hypercardioid.  Dual-diaphragm backplate condenser capsule, low self-noise.  Included in the H100 spider suspension mount and W4000 windscreen.

AKG D440 ($198.00)
Cardioid dynamic clip-on mic intended for instrument miking.

AKG Solidtube ($1165.00)
Large-diaphragm condeser transducer mic w/the ECC83 vacuum tube.  Ideal for acoustic properties.  Rugged carry case with elastic shock mount suspension, windscreen, power supply and all connecting cables
Weight:  2lbs.
20dB pre-attenuation pad
SPL:  145dB

Audio-Technica

Audio-Technica AT895 ($2,595.00)
The AT895 Adaptive Array incorporates a DSP-controlled five-element mic array that provides adaptive directional audio acquisition perfect for handheld interview use or long-range sound pickup.  Utilizes AT's proprietary DeltaBeam technology.  The system manipulates and filters the output of the array by acoustical, analog and digital means.  This process enhances the pickup of a sound source from a desired direction relative to unwanted background noise of interference, providing cancellation of up to 80dB.  Background interference, mechanical noise, wind noise, proximity effect are all minimized automatically.  Two components are at the heart of every AT895 System:  the AT895 Mic and the AT895CP control pack.  The mic is analog, housing one Audio-Technica MicroLine element, four A-T cardioid elements mounted in a co-planar diamond configuration, and five mic preamps.  The five amplified analog signals from the mic elements are sent individually down a special detachable cable to the AT895CP Control Pack.  the control Pack provides all the power, Digital Signal Processing, and control for the AT895.  Output from the Control Pack is analog at mic-level (-23dBV).  Contains click-on battery housing for totally self-contained operation.  Also operates on external 12-14VDC from an Anton/Bauer or similar-type battery source, or from an AC adapter - via an industry-standard 4-pin XLR-type connection.

Audio-Technica AT 3528 ($189.00)

Audio-Technica AT 3525 ($269.00)

Audio-Technica AT4033 ($399.00)
Cardioid condesnser mic.
Freq. Response:  30Hz - 20kHz.  48V phantom external power.
SPL:  140dB (w/out 10dB pad engaged)
Dynamic range:  123dB
80Hz HPF
Weight: 14.5oz.

Audio-Technica AT4047 Vintage ($395.00)
Pressure-gradient capacitor mic with a uniform cardioid polar pattern.  Smooth frequency response.  Transformerless output for low self-noise, high output and a very high SPL handling capability.  Low mass diaphragm improves transient response, reduces handling noise, and increases response bandwidth.  Integral hi-pass filter compensates for proximity effect in close-miking situations.  Any phantom power source or simplex power source supllying 48VDC.  Includes foam windscreen, a protective carrying case and a snap-in clamp for standard 5/8"-27 threaded stands.
Freq. Response:  20Hz - 20kHz

Audio-Technica AT4050/CM5 ($696.00)
Warm, multi-pattern studio mic.  Dual gold-plated, large-diaphragm condenser.  Low end roll-off switch, internal windscreen, and external shock mount.  Phantom or 48VDC. Weight: 16.9oz.
Freq. Response:  20Hz - 20kHz.
Dynamic range:  132dB
SPL:  149dB (w/out 10dB pad)
Polar patterns:  cardioid, omni, figure-eight.

Audio-Technica AT4051 ($700.00)
Transformerless externally polarized capacitor studio mic.  The cardioid head capsule can be removed and replaced with an optional omnidirectional or hypercardioid capsule.  Balanced output is direct coupled, resulting in clean output signal, even under high-output conditions.  Rugged construction of turned brass.  Phantom or simplex source supplying 48VDC.
Weidht: 4.2oz.
80Hz hi-pass filter.
Freq. Response:  20Hz  - 20kHz.
Polar Pattern:  cardioid.

Audio-Technica AT4060 Tube ($1695.00)
Vintage tube sound.  Wide dynamic range, low self-noise and high max SPL capability.  Carefully-controlled cardioid pattern that maintains uniform off-axis response.  Has dual large-diaphragm elements for extended freq. response.  Hand-selected tubes are aged and individually tested to ensure peak performance.  AT*560 power supply, switchable 120V/230V input, AT8447 shock mount; 32.8" (10m) special mic-to-power supply cable, AC power supply cable, power supply rack-mount adapters and protective mic case.
Freq. Response: 20Hz - 20kHz

Audio-Technica ATM25 ($275.00)
Hypercardioid pattern and high SPL.  A response that enhances male and female voices.
Freq. Response:  30Hz - 15 kHz.

Beyerdynamic

Beyerdynamic M99 ($759.00)
Uses Beyerdynamic's TG-X technology, features a strong neodymium magnet system as well as a mass-reduced special Mylar diaphragm, resulting in reproduction that is powerful and exhibits excellent transient characteristics.  Extremely linear freq. response.  3-EQ setting (linear, instrument, vocal) and choice of presence accentuation settings.  Hypercardioid patter and high SPL.  Housed in an aircraft-grade aluminum shell for durability.

CAD

CAD M9

Electro-Voice

Eletro-Voice RE20 ($750.00)
Poplular bradcast and voice-over mic.  Smooth, extended, clean response.  Carioid condenser mic.  Internal blast and shock protection, bass roll-off switch. 
Freq. Response:  45Hz  - 18kHz.  26oz.

Electro-Voice RE27N/D ($798.00)
More high end than the RE20 thanks to the magnet's neodymium alloy design.  3 switchable filters:  1 high freq., 2 low.  Handles high SPL levels.  Integral shock mount and blast filters are provided.
Freq. Response:  45Hz - 20kHz.  Weight:  25oz.

Neumann

Neumann M 147 Tube ($1995.00)
Vacuum tube condenser w/ cardioid pattern.  K 47 dual diaphragm capsule.Following the capsule is a tube that functions as an impedance converter followed by an efficient, transformerless output  circuit that guarantees an extremely low solf-noise level.  The M 147 Tube can feed extremely long mic cables w/out affecting the quality of the audio signal.  Comes w/an elegant satin nickel finish.  Delivered as a complete set in a high-quality aluminum case.  Included with the mic:  cable, metal swivel mount for a mic stand, and a compact universal power supply for standard mains sockets.

Neumann TLM 103 ($995.00) *
Great for recording vocals.  Cardioid pattern condenser large-diaphragm capsule design modeled after the U 87 capsule.  Requires 48V phantom power.
Weight:  1lb.

Neumann TLM 193 ($1,495.00)
Cardioid large-diaphragm condenser mic.  Low self-noise.  Requires 48V phantom power.
Weight:  1.08lb. 
Dynamic range: 130dB
Freq. Response:  20Hz - 20kHz.

RODE

RODE Broadcaster ($599.00)
Condesner.  Warm vocal sound, wide dynamic range and extended freq. response:  Large capsule condenser mic.  Remotely switched flush-mounted LED provides sublte visual indication oof the mics active status.  The LED can be switched on or off from most consoles, or via a custom mute button.
Freq. Response:  20Hz - 20kHz

Sennheiser

Sennheiser MD421 II ($485.00)
Dynamic mic.  Large diaphragm, dynamic element handles high SPL.  5-position bass control.  Good for moist instruments, as well as group vocals, or radio broadcast announcers.
Frequency Response:  30Hz-17kHz.  1 pound

Shure

Shure KSM32/SL ($1029.00)
Side-address, cardioid condesnser mic.  locking aluminum carrying case, ShureLock elastic-suspension sock mount, ShureLock swivel mount and a protective velveteen pouch.  Class-A, transformerless preamplifier circuitry.  Embossed, high-compliance diaphragm.  Switchable low-freq. filter.  Integrated three-stage pop protection grille and internal shock mount.

Shure SM7A ($595.00)
Good for voice-over work.  4-selectable curves, symmetrical, cardioid pattern,a nd internal air shock mount.  Noise from wind, boom, and breath-pops is dampened by the integral foam windscreen.
Freq. Response:  40Hz - 16kHz.  Weight:  27oz.

Shure SM81LC ($541.00)
condenser.  Unidirectional condenser with low distortion of 0.5%.  Selectable low frequency curve to compensate for proximity effect or distubances.
Weight:  8 oz.
SPL:  135dB (w/out 10dB pad)

Shure UHF System ($2457.00)
The Shure UHF frequency system features exclusive MAR-CAD Diversity circuitry, which prodvides the combined benefits of two independent RF sections for remarkable sensitivity, improved reception and exceptional freedom from dropout.  UHF band between 782 to 806 MHz in the US.

Soundfield, dis. in the U.S. by Transamerica Audio Group
www.soundfield.com or www.transaudiogroup.com

Soundfield MKV Mic and Model 451 5.1 Decoder ($9,150.00)
A non-traditional mic that provides depth, width, and height information, and can be configured for anything from stereo to 5.1 output.  Employs four-element array in a tetrahedral pattern that can be electronically controlled from the supplied preamp/controller.  A 55-foot multi-core cable is used to connect the mic to the controller.
    The front panel of the multi-function processor is an input section that consists of a master Gain control that provides up to 30dB of gain in 10dB steps, and a Fine Gain control, which is detented at 0.  Solo switches for individual capsules as well as switches that compensate for microphone orientation.  Controller includes a stereo output section that consists of a variable pattern control -- from omni to figure-eight, an angle control, which electronically points the capsules either in the same direction (o degree) or 180 degrees opposing, and a headphone jack with gain control.  40Hz HPFD and M/S decoding switches.  A set of four LED bar graphs that can be switched to display either the B Format output or the stereo output levels.  Azimuth provides for complete electronic rotation of the microphone, Elevation allows for plus/minus 45 degrees of continuous variation of the vertical alignment, while Dominance, is a form of "zoom" control that gives the effect of the mic either moving closer or farther away from the sound source.  There's also an in/out control for the Soundfield controls as well as a B Format input switch for using the controller with pre-0recorded B Format materal.
    The Rear panel consists of a multi-pin mic input for the MDV, foru XLRs for B Format in, and SLRs for stereo output.  Also a standard IEC detachable AC pler cable input as well as a power on/off switch.