The Peluso 22 251 Vacuum Tube Microphone captures the nuances of the original vintage 251 sound, with 9 available polar patterns.
The Peluso 22 251 Tube Microphone is styled after one of the world's rarest and most coveted microphones. The Peluso 22 251 employs a dual sided edge-terminated 34mm gold-coated Mylar capsule and a 5744WB subminiature glass triode tube. The circuitry and transformer have been designed to match the vintage "251". Whether you're micing snare drums or steel guitars, violins or vocals, the 22 251 will provide great results.
The Peluso 22 251 Tube Microphone is paired with the Peluso MX-56 power supply. The dual sided capsule in the 22 251 enables the power supply to feature 9 polar patterns in an array from omni-directional to cardioid to figure eight. The 22 251 features Peluso's heavy-duty 8-pin screw on cable connector. The large diameter pins in the screw on connector give a tight and secure cable connection designed to perform for a lifetime of use.
Microphone kit comes as a complete system including: 22 251 Microphone in a Wood Box, MX-56 Power Supply, New-style 8-Pin Screw on Cable Assembly, and a Shock Mount all packed in a Flight Case. Acoustically matched pairs available upon special request.
Peluso 22 251 Tube Microphone Specifications
- Capsule Type: Condenser Pressure Gradient w/ 34mm edge-terminated capsule
- Frequency Range: 20Hz/24Khz
- Polar Pattern: 9 - Switchable from omni- to bi-directional
- Sensitivity: 14 mv/pa
- Impedance: 50/200 ohms
- SPL: 142 dB
- Equivalent Noise: 12 dB (A)
- Tube Type: 5744WB
- Power Requirements: Dedicated Power Supply, 115V or 230V AC
- Size: 52mm x 225 mm
- Weight: 620 g