Broadcast-standard Dynamic Mic
The Electro-Voice RE20 is the broadcast studio voice-over mic used by pros for years. The RE20 is smooth across a wide spectrum of frequencies, and because it's a Continuously Variable-D mic, it's virtually free of bass-boosting "proximity effect" when used close. An easy "bass tilt down" switch corrects spectrum balance for use in long-reach situations or other bass attenuation applications, making it great for acoustic and electric bass, as well as a kick drum. Engineers at Sweetwater agree: the Electro-Voice RE20 is a studio and broadcast standard!
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Cardioid polar pattern for top-notch rejection
A true cardioid microphone, the RE20 offers greatest rejection at 180º off-axis — directly to the rear of the microphone. Pattern control is so consistent that the frequency response is nearly independent of angular location of the sound source, creating virtually no off-axis coloration, yet providing the greatest possible rejection of unwanted sounds.
An integral blast and wind filter covers each acoustic opening on the RE20. In recording sessions or onstage, singers can "close talk" the microphone, singing with their lips almost touching the grille screen with no worry of "P-pops" or excessive sibilance. Part of the filter also shockmounts the internal microphone element, reducing the transfer of vibrations from external sources.
Large-diaphragm Dynamic
The exceptional performance of the RE20 is achieved by using a large Acoustalloy diaphragm in combination with an exceptionally low-mass aluminum voice coil. Using this diaphragm assembly, the RE20 is capable of reproducing extremely high sound pressure levels with no fear of the overload and distortion often experienced with phantom-powered condensers. The RE20 will also continue to function flawlessly in high humidity and elevated temperatures that would seriously degrade competitive condenser microphones.
A massive steel housing and effective humbucking coil assure the RE20's resistance to magnetically induced hum and noise. This means the RE20 can be used successfully in situations where other microphones would experience unacceptable levels of hum and buzz. By exploiting the strength of its steel housing and employing a mechanical nesting concept, EV designers have created an exceptionally rugged microphone with superior handling noise rejection ideally suited for professional uses.
Immune to Proximity Effect
The bass-boosting proximity effect common to most directional microphones, when used close to the sound source, is eliminated in the RE20. This is accomplished via the application of the EV-exclusive Variable-D technology. By controlling the effect of microphone proximity, the RE20 can be located very close to sound sources without a loss in clarity or definition, making the RE20 ideal for tight vocals and challenging instruments. It can be used inside bass drums, on acoustic guitars, and it is found in voice booths and broadcasting studios everywhere.
Electro-Voice RE20 Dynamic Microphone Features:
- The top industry-standard broadcast microphone for decades
- Variable-D technology minimizes proximity effect for smooth and consistent sound
- Finely-engineered cardioid polar pattern provides 180º of off-axis rejection, with no coloration
- Voice tailored frequency response brings out rich fundamental and chest voice
- Large diaphragm delivers condenser-like sensitivity and response
- Humbucking coil further reduces noise from poor grounding
- Bass rolloff switch makes it easy to rein in low frequencies
