2011 Cardioid Stereo Pair
This complete stereo pair contains two handpicked d:dicate™ 2011 Twin Diaphragm Cardioid Microphones, selected on sensitivity within ±1.5 dB. These mics make several stereo principles like XY and ORTF easy to obtain. The pair contains mics, windscreens and clips all packaged in a Peli™ Case.
The 2011 Twin Diaphragm Cardioid Microphone
Inside the 2011 Twin Diaphragm Cardioid Microphone, two opposite-facing miniature capsules are custom rebuilt. They are placed into a double-diaphragm, one-capsule composition. This combines the advantages of small capsules with the lower inherent noise achieved from a larger diaphragm area. These capsules provide fast impulse response and large frequency bandwidth.
Inside the MMC2011 Twin Diaphragm Cardioid Capsule, two opposite-facing miniature capsules are custom rebuilt. They are placed into a double-diaphragm, one-capsule composition. This combines the advantages of small capsules with the lower inherent noise achieved from a larger diaphragm area. These capsules provide fast impulse response and large frequency bandwidth.
The capsules are loaded to the supreme d:dicate™ Microphone series preamplifiers instead of the tiny miniature FET ones. This gives the sound more air and precision.
ST2011A Stereo Pair
These mics are acclaimed for their close-miking excellence and hi-SPL handling. Optimized for onstage use, it has been used on many stages as well as recording sessions. They exhibit a previously unheard blend of clarity, richness and dynamic range. The off-axis response is linear but in a smaller frequency bandwidth. This makes stage separation and gain-to-feedback higher. The mic level is easier to control.
The foam design in the heavy-duty transportation box allows for fast and easy exchange of the microphone/accessory inlays.
2011A Specs
| Directional pattern | Cardioid |
| Principle of operation | Pressure Gradient, with interference tube |
| Cartridge type | Pre-polarized condenser, Twin Diaphragm Capsule |
| Frequency range | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Frequency range ±2dB | 50 Hz - 17 kHz with typ. 3 dB soft boost at 12 kHz |
| Sensitivity, nominal, ±3 dB at 1 kHz | 10 mV/Pa; -40 dB re. 1 V/Pa |
| Equivalent noise level, A-weighted | Typ. 20 dB(A) re. 20 µPa (max. 23 dB(A)) |
| Equivalent noise level, ITU-R BS.468-4 | Typ. 33 dB (max. 36 dB) |
| S/N ratio (A-weighted), re. 1 kHz at 1 Pa (94 dB SPL) | Typ. 74 dB(A) |
| Total harmonic distortion (THD) | < 1% up to 137 dB SPL peak |
| Dynamic range | Typ. 117 dB |
| Max. SPL, peak before clipping | 153 dB |
| Switchable attenuator, filters etc. | 0 dB / -20 dB |
| Output impedance | 200 Ω |
| Minimum load impedance | 2 kΩ |
| Cable drive capability | 100 m (328 ft) |
| Output balance principle | Impedance balancing with Active Drive |
| Common mode rejection ratio (CMRR) | > 60 dB |
| Power supply (for full performance) | 48 V Phantom power (± 4 V) |
| Current consumption | 2.8mA |
| Connector | XLR-3M. Pin 1: shield, Pin 2: signal + phase, Pin 3: - phase |
| Colour | Matte Black |
| Weight | 164 g (5.8 oz) |
| Microphone diameter | 19 mm (0.75 in) |
| Microphone length | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
| Maximum output voltage, RMS | > 5 V |
| Polarity | +V at pin 2 for positive sound pressure |
| Temperature range | -40°C to 45°C (-40°F to 113°F) |
| Relative humidity (RH) | Up to 90% |