RODE K2
RODE K2
The K2 is a premium large-diaphragm condenser microphone designed for incredible detail in even the most demanding studio recording sessions. Featuring a 2.5cm gold-sputtered condenser capsule, hand-selected twin-triode 6922 valves, and audiophile-grade components, it delivers stunning richness and warmth, making it ideal for a wide range of recording scenarios. Its continuously variable polar pattern allows for maximum flexibility in any situation.
For stand (with thread)
Microphone type
Condenser
Microphone principle
Omnidirectional
Directional characteristic
20–20,000Hz
Frequency range
Key Features of the RODE K2 Microphone
- Premium large-diaphragm condenser microphone
- Suitable for studio use
- 1-inch gold-sputtered capsule
- Continuously variable polar pattern
- Hand-selected 6922 twin-triode valve
- Ultra-low noise
- Wide dynamic range
Suitable for Studio Use
Technical Specifications
- Acoustic Principle: Pressure Gradient
- Active Electronics: Valve impedance converter with bipolar output buffer
- Capsule: 1.00"
- Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional, Cardioid, Figure of 8 (continuously variable)
- Output Impedance: 200Ω
- Maximum Sound Pressure Level (SPL): 162dB SPL
- Maximum Output Level: 30.0mV (at 1kHz, 1% THD into 1kΩ load)
- Sensitivity: -36dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (16mV @ 94dB SPL) +/- 2dB @ 1kHz
- Equivalent Noise Level (A-Weighted): 10dBA
- Power Requirements: Power supply
- Output Connection: XLR
Package Contents
- 1× RODE K2 Microphone
- 1× Case
- 1× Shock mount
- 1× Power supply
Microphone Principle
A dynamic microphone is suitable for outdoor performances, live broadcasts, music production, etc. It uses a magnet and a moving coil to capture sound.
A condenser microphone is mainly used for studio purposes. It has higher sensitivity and lower noise. It needs to be powered separately.
Frequency Range
The frequency range indicates the span of frequencies that the microphone records. The wider the range, the more sounds it can capture.
Low frequencies (e.g. 20–200Hz): Bass, the deepest notes of instruments (double bass, kick drum) and male voices.
Mid-range frequencies (e.g. 200–3,000Hz): The body of instruments, the fundamental of the voice, where the ear is most sensitive, important for speech intelligibility.
High frequencies (e.g. 3,000–14,000Hz): Treble, details, sibilance, and the 'sheen' of the sound.
'Air' band (above 14,000Hz): Gives recordings a sense of expensive, super-high-quality sound and space.
Sensitivity
The microphone's sensitivity is the ratio of the output voltage to the sound pressure. It expresses how loud a signal the microphone produces at a given sound pressure; higher sensitivity means a stronger voltage and is suitable for quiet studios, while lower sensitivity is better for noisy environments as it amplifies less unwanted ambient noise.
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Specifications can be changed without notice. Images are for illustrative purposes only.
