CAD E100 Supercardioid Electret Servo-Condenser Microphone

e100^2 - The Ideal Candidate for the Most Critical Applications
The e100^2 combines an electret condenser capsule design with advanced electronics. Typical FET (field effect transistor) condenser microphones use discrete designs. This means they use individual transistors that must be carefully matched for proper characteristics. Even with careful matching, discrete designs are inherently nonlinear. Equitek microphones use a different approach. We do not use any discrete FETs. Instead, we use advanced high speed OpAmps (Operational Amplifiers). These OpAmps are individually laser trimmed for optimum performance and have very high gain. This allows a large amount of negative feedback to be used to significantly reduce any nonlinearity. During transients, these OpAmps may require more current than typical phantom power supplies can deliver. The extra current demands are accommodated by our unique power supply design. Instead of using phantom power to operate the microphone, we use it to charge a pair of rechargeable batteries. This system creates a huge current reserve for the microphone's electronics, yet there is no maintenance involved because the microphone automatically keeps the batteries charged during use. The use of OpAmps is not the only unique feature of Equitek microphones. For example, we also employ servo circuitry to minimize DC offset and eliminate interstage coupling capacitors. The bottom line is we believe you will find the Equitek e100^2 to have a remarkably open and clean sound that will enhance any project.

User Techniques and Applications
The Equitek e1002 includeds a suspension shock mount which greatly reduces handling noise. It also has an optional swivel mount adaptor that can be used when the suspension mount isn't practical. Both mounting adaptors allow for easy microphone positioning and mates to any microphone stand that has standard 5/8" X 27 threads. A thread adaptor is included for the smaller threaded mic stands. To switch the microphone stand adaptors, or to adjust the placement of the microphone, loosen the large thumb screw on the back of the mic to change the mic adaptor. The e1002 can be used in a broad number of applications, ranging from live reinforcement to the most critical studio situations. The e1002 is ideal for vocals and voice overs, yet it also excels at some of the most demanding instrumental projects. The e1002 is great for virtually all acoustic, wind, and amplified instruments. One of the most popular uses for the e1002 is in miking drum sets, especially kick drums. The e1002 has been proven to be outstanding in all of these applications and more. Its uncolored sonic characteristics allow you to decide how a instrument or vocal will sound in the mix. The supercardoid polar pattern is very useful in live applications where feedback control and tight miking are required.