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Product Overview

The Harmonai EM-968 is a high-fidelity hyper-cardioid condenser microphone designed specifically for professional interviews, field news gathering, and broadcast applications. It features a back-electret condenser capsule paired with a hyper-cardioid polar pattern to precisely focus on the sound source while effectively rejecting ambient noise—ensuring clear, pristine vocal capture. Its slender, lightweight body (Φ22.5 × 295 mm), weighing only 214 g, enables comfortable handheld operation or easy mounting on stands, making it ideal for journalists, filmmakers, documentary crews, and live interviewers.

Polar Pattern

Hyper-cardioid

Capsule Type

Back Electret Condenser

Frequency Response

40 Hz – 16 kHz

Sensitivity

48 V: -29 dB ±2 dB / 1.5 V: -30 dB ±2 dB (0 dB = 1 V/Pa at 1 kHz)

Output Impedance

48 V: 500 Ω ±20% / 1.5 V: 600 Ω ±20% (at 1 kHz)

Maximum SPL

48 V: 130 dB / 1.5 V: 115 dB (T.H.D ≤1% at 1 kHz)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

70 dB (1 kHz at 1 Pa)

Dynamic Range

48 V: 106 dB / 1.5 V: 91 dB (1 kHz at Max SPL)

Low-frequency Roll-off

180 Hz, 12 dB/oct

Power Supply

48 V DC phantom power / 1.5 V AA (UM3) battery, 2 mA

Switch

ON/OFF power switch

Output Connector

XLRM 3-pin male

Body Dimensions

Φ22.5 × 295 mm

Weight

214 g (without accessories)

Recommended Applications

The EM-968 is purpose-built for professional scenarios demanding exceptional speech intelligibility and acoustic isolation: field news reporting, where its hyper-cardioid pattern suppresses background noise; broadcast television and radio programs, delivering full, articulate host vocals; documentary and film production, capturing nuanced dialogue with precision; conference speaking and interviews, minimizing crosstalk through directional pickup; and podcasting and content creation, offering broadcast-grade audio quality. Its dual-power design ensures seamless compatibility with both professional mixing consoles and portable recorders.

For technical specifications, bulk pricing, or custom solutions for the Harmonai EM-968, contact our professional sales team.