Apex Apex 385

Name: Apex 385
Brand: Apex
SKU: 412553
Price: 99.00 EUR
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EAN : 0840402048602

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Essential Information About the Apex Electronics 385 Dynamic Microphone
• Neodymium Dynamic Capsule: controlled output level and excellent performance in live conditions.
• Cardioid Polar Pattern: better source isolation and reduced stage bleed (monitors, drums, amps).
• Handles Very High Sound Pressure Levels: max SPL rated at 150 dB, ideal for powerful vocals and instruments.
• Ready to Use: comes with a microphone clip and a 6.5 m XLR/XLR cable.

Apex 385

99,00 €VAT incl.

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A Microphone Designed for Efficiency: The Role of the 385 in Live and Home Studio Setups

The Apex Electronics 385 fits the spirit of "field" dynamic microphones: immediate handling, standard XLR connectivity, and versatile cardioid polar pattern. This type of microphone is often favored when seeking a reliable tool for rehearsals, stage use, amp miking, or home recording, with simple setup and good tolerance to noisy environments.

Its Neodymium capsule emphasizes a modern design (magnet more efficient than some older designs), while retaining the key advantages of a dynamic microphone: robustness, handling of high levels, and less sensitivity to ambient noise than a condenser mic in many situations.

Vocals and Instruments: Who Is the Apex 385 For?

This microphone is aimed at musicians, singers, bands in rehearsal, technicians, and content creators who want a simple-to-position and effective cardioid dynamic microphone for isolating a source. For vocals, the cardioid pattern helps improve clarity and limits feedback risk when the microphone is properly oriented (rear of the mic facing the monitors).

For instruments, the 385 is suitable for sources generating high levels: guitar cabinets, percussion, some brass instruments, or close miking of amplified instruments. Its stated frequency response of 80 Hz to 12 kHz favors focused capture on essentials, with a usable sound in the mix without requiring heavy processing.

Technical specifications

Category	wired microphone	Capsule	dynamic
Directivity	cardioid	Color	Black

Questions frequently asked

Is the Apex Electronics 385 suitable for live vocal performance?

Its cardioid polar pattern primarily captures the front of the capsule and reduces the rear, which helps limit bleed. The back of the microphone can be pointed towards monitors to reduce feedback risk. Its 80 Hz to 12 kHz frequency response targets a direct and clear vocal reproduction.

Can this microphone be connected to an XLR audio interface?

The XLR output allows connection to a mixer, audio interface, or microphone preamp. A 6.5 m XLR/XLR cable is included. The dynamic capsule does not require phantom power to operate.

Which microphone is suitable for miking a powerful guitar amp?

The maximum SPL of 150 dB allows capturing high level sources, including guitar cabinets and percussion. The neodymium dynamic capsule is designed for close-miking applications.

What is the polar pattern of the Apex 385 microphone?

This model features a cardioid polar pattern, with focused pickup at the front and attenuation at the back. The capsule orientation allows aiming at the source and containing off-axis sounds.

Should one sing close to the microphone?

In close-miking, the proximity effect of cardioid microphones can boost the low-mid frequencies of the voice. It is possible to slightly increase the distance for a more open sound, then adjust the preamp gain accordingly.