JZ Microphones Launches J1 – Affordable Condenser Microphone
Microphone manufacturer JZ Microphones would probably never preach style over substance – that said, there’s a uniquely appealing aesthetic to the gear that’s being created by this Latvian outfit.
The latest microphone to come out of ZJ Microphones is the J1, a lower-priced alternative to systems like their well-received Vintage V11. Retailing for a price of $399, the J1 — a carioid condenser model — gives personal studios easier access to a handcrafted JZ mic, crafted under the watchful eye of founder Juris Zarins.
The Eastern European charmer JZ just got more accessible, with the new J1.
The J1 arrives housed in a flat-shaped, grey body with an included shockmount, and a wire mesh grill covering the Golden Drop capsule and its 21mm active diaphragm of 21MM.
Shipping commences July 1. Meanwhile, here are more specs from JZ:
Transducer type: True electrostatic
Operating principle: pressure gradient
Diaphragm’s active diameter: 21 mm
Frequency range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Polar pattern: unidirectional – cardioid
Output impedance: 50 ohms
Rated load impedance: 1000 ohms
Suggested load impedance: >250 ohms
Sensitivity at 1000 Hz into 1000 ohms load: 22 mV/Pa
S/N Ratio CCIR 468-3 weighted: 77 dB
S/N Ratio DIN/IEC 651 A-weighted: 88 dB-A
Equivalent noise level DIN/IEC A-weighted: 6 dB-A
Maximum SPL for 0.5% THD at 1000 ohm load: 134 dB
Dynamic range of the internal preamplifier: 130 dB
Phantom powering voltage on pins #2 & #3 of XLR: +48 V (+/-4 V)
Current consumption: <1,5 mA
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