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The TC20 (same as SRO) is our least expensive general-purpose omni with high frequency response to 20kHz. Its sound and performance is similar to the TC30 or TC25 and covers the same range of applications. For live sound the TC20 can be used for close miking instrument amps, drums or brass. A TC20 under the strings of a standup bass or inside a kick drum will produce amazing sound. A pair of TC20s connected to a stereo recorder will provide great results for recording rehearsals and performances. The TC20 is great for general studio use and is an exceptional value.

The TC20 is a general purpose omni for live sound and recording. It handles huge SPL, has no proximity effect and no handling noise. It has fast clean impulse response and delivers accurate uncolored sound. Omnidirectional microphones are limited by feedback and leakage for many amplification applications. However, there are several types of applications for which they will deliver superior results.Close miking:The inverse square law provides tremendous separation and gain before feedback when the mic is positioned very close to a source. For example, bass drum, instrument amps and acoustic piano. An TC20 positioned below the bridge of a standup bass will give respectable gain before feedback and it will nail the sound.In ear monitor feeds:Once the monitors go in their ears the artists are cut off from what is going on around them unless there are ambient mics to give them spatial cues. A pair of TC20s placed over or just in front of the stage will provide the artists with a lifelike image of what is happening around them.As a reality check for system set up:The TC20 is a tool to monitor the monitors and to hear what it actually sounds like at the speakers or in the hall. This is especially useful if you are mixing from a booth. Although it is not a calibrated mic, the TC20 is essentially flat from below 20Hz to beyond 20kHz so it can be used for RTA, to monitor spectral content or look for resonances and feedback points.Low on stage volume situations:If there are no monitors, you can use omnis for amplification of ensembles or complex instruments. A Big Band style brass band can be amplified effectively with omnis close to the front row. Two omnis inside a drum kit in a jazz or folk situation works very well, sounds natural and is easy.The TC20 can also be used for recording gigs and rehearsals as well as for studio use.

Specifications

• Frequency Response: 10Hz-20kHz +/-1dB
• Polar Pattern: Omnidirectional
• Sensitivity: 8mV/Pa (-42dBV/Pa)
• Power Requirements: 48V Phantom, 10mA
• Max acoustic input: 150 dB SPL
• Peak output voltage: 10V
• Output: XLR intended to drive a balanced input (Pin 2+)
• Min output load: 600 ohms between pin 2 and pin 3
• Noise: 27dB SPL equivalent (A weighted)
• Dimensions (L x D): 160mm x 22mm; 6.25" x .86"
• Weight: 90 g; .2lb

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