Schertler DYN-P-P48 piano contact microphone

Schertler DYN-P-P48

Schertler’s new DYN-P-P48 is a fully balanced, active, dynamic contact microphone with Class A electronics. Specially designed to reproduce the wide frequency range and complex sound qualities of the piano, the microphone features state-of-the-art, in-house developed activefiltering technology that has enabled it to be precisely matched to the sound characteristics of the instrument. This leads to more “immediate” results for the user, making it possible to achieve amazing sound with only minimal adjustments required.
The DYN-P-P48 has a new sleek, lightweight design, making it even less obtrusive to the player. The microphone is supplied with Schertler’s own customized cable that is both robust and torsion resistant, designed to withstand the rigours of daily use while delivering best possible performance results. A balanced XLR connector enables direct connection to a microphone input on a studio or stage mixer.
Suitable for use with both upright and grand pianos, the DYN-P-P48 can be easily and safely applied to even the most valuable of instruments using special adhesive putty, and positioned accordingly to capture the instrument’s best tonal qualities. Note: This microphone requires 48V phantom power.

Specifications:

• Output impedance: 4.7 Kohm @ 1 KHz
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
• Dynamic range: 139 dB, 145 dB typical
• Sensitivity (on instrument): ca. -30 dB
• Sensitivity (theoretical): -62 dB/@ 1um ampl.
• Mechanical decoupling: Butterworth 2nd order, Q=6
• Temperature range: -20° C to +70° C
• Minimum operating voltage: 22 VDC