• Electro-Voice PL80A Dynamic Supercardioid Vocal Microphone
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Electro-Voice

Electro-Voice PL80A Dynamic Supercardioid Vocal Microphone

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Description

SKU EV-PL80A

The Electro-Voice PL80A is a a premium-grade supercardioid dynamic microphone designed to elegantly capture the character of vocals in live sound applications.

The PL80A’s “EQ-friendly” sonic contour adapts well to any vocal texture allowing vocals to sit nicely in the mix without being harsh. The enhanced isolation provided by its supercardioid polar pattern is an excellent defense against system feedback and cross-talk bleed emanating from other nearby sound sources. The result is higher gain before feedback and cleaner stage mixes.

Although designed to be a vocal microphone for music and spoken word, the PL80A will also function well as an instrument or amplifier microphone where a dynamic element capsule would be desired.

Specifications:

Weight Net: 11.8 oz (333 g)

Audio Frequency Response: 80 Hz - 16,000 Hz

Case Material: Die cast zinc

Connector Type: 3-pin XLR

Element: Dynamic

Family: PL Series

Finish: Textured Satin Black

Impedance, Low-Z balanced: 600?

Mic Type: Handheld

Open Circuit Voltage: 2.2mV/Pascal

Polar Pattern: Supercardioid

Power Requirement: Passive

Accessories Included: Stand Adaptor with Euro thread insert & Gig Bag

Application Notes

As with most directional microphones, the low frequency response of the PL80A microphone varies with the distance from the sound source. Known as “proximity effect”, the bass response of the microphone increases as the working distance to the microphone is reduced. This “bass boost” is only audible when working at distances closer than 6 inches. Therefore, working close to the microphone will produce a more robust sound. Using this microphone at distances greater than 6 inches provides minimal coloration from proximity effect.

Proximity effect can be used to your advantage when a thin voice is being recorded. As the vocalist decreases their working distance to the microphone, the low frequency content is enhanced. Close-up positioning of the microphone will also reduce the potential for feedback from the sound reinforcement system. Then, the bass boost provides an increase in overall microphone output level. The mixer gain may be proportionately reduced, resulting in a reduction of the system’s sensitivity to feedback caused by sound entering the microphone from the loudspeakers.

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