Sep 12th, 2012
These CAD e70 microphones are simply amazing! Simply put, they will compete with any similar design on the market at any price. Vince has compared them at the test bench against the fanciest stuff out there, including Neumann and AKG. Since they are a higher output mic, the self noise can read slightly higher off the spec report, but the extra 4 to 6dB of output signal level easily makes up for this self noise. The e70 is a better mic with wider bandwidth and truly does 20Hz to 20kHz! It is a favorite for acoustic instruments, especially large body guitars, upright bass, and drums. The quality of low end definition is remarkable, picking up more pluck and deep thump of sonic impact than most vintage mics, which in fact have limited low frequency response. (Just read the manufacturers’ specs data and it will be obvious that bass roll off occurs below 100Hz to 70Hz in most older mics.) Be aware that microphones which truly pick up such deep bass can also be more sensitive to room noise, rumble from street noise, etc. With this in mind, the e70 comes equipped with pads and roll-off switches to limit its sonic pickup to sound more similar to vintage mics if desired. We QC all these microphones on the bench and cherry pick only the very best. Typically 80% pass high quality spec. We then “burn in” the microphone and retest to guarantee you get only the highest quality, super spec microphone possible. We will compete with any legitimate prices, but only AudioPro can guarantee a super spec microphone for the absurdly low price of $125! We understand that this may be about $25 more than the cheapest street price, but keep in mind that ours have been professionally tested at the bench and come guaranteed. Thank you for your support!
Also, be aware that two versions of the e70 exist. One version has a thin gold ring around the cardioid capsule; the other does not have the ring. According to the spec sheet, the version without the ring has a slight bass roll off below 50Hz. It’s only 5dB down at 20Hz, so it isn’t too crucial. For an additional $30 we will use our equipment to make sure you get a matched pair of mics.