{"product_id":"manley-reference-cardioide-mic-black-184889","title":"Reference Cardioide Mic Black","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe \"Reference\" Legacy, in Dedicated Cardioid Version\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003eDesigned in the lineage of the famous Manley Reference microphones, the Reference Cardioid Black features the all-tube architecture and transformer output that made the brand renowned, while focusing on a single cardioid polar pattern. This approach simplifies recording, stabilizes the image, and guarantees a consistent sonic signature, ideal when the priority is lead vocals and repeatable results.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho Is It For, and For What?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003eDesigned for singers, voice-over artists, premium podcasts, and producers seeking a \"ready-to-mix\" mic, it excels on pop, rap, RnB, and folk vocals, as well as close-miked instruments (brass, guitars, light percussion). The cardioid pattern, very low self-noise, and \u003cstrong\u003e-10 dB PAD\u003c\/strong\u003e allow handling powerful sources while controlling room bleed.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCarefully Crafted Tube Circuit and High-End Mechanics\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAll-Tube Gain and Generous Headroom\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003eThe gain stage relies on two cascaded triodes, now implemented with 12AT7 tubes selected for their low noise and consistency. The combination of the \u003cstrong\u003e-10 dB PAD\u003c\/strong\u003e and a max SPL of 150 dB offers comfortable headroom for intense recordings without harshness, with the characteristic harmonic warmth of tubes.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch4\u003eManley Transformer and Controlled Noise Floor\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003eThe output is balanced via a large Manley nickel-core transformer with double \"hum-bucking\" winding, providing exemplary hum rejection, solid lows, and silky highs.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003ch4\u003eConstruction Details That Make the Difference\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cbr \/\u003eThe stainless steel grille with spaced mesh lets high frequencies pass through to the capsule\u0026#59; you can add a pop filter depending on the context. The capsule and electronics rest on an internal shock mount, and the mic comes with a precision suspension, a T-handle rotary mount (tool-free), a leather capsule cover, and a lockable flight case. 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