Introduction

The Vista520 is an active ribbon microphone with a Brass Tube exotic wood finish. The low
noise and superb detail of Class-A discrete handmade electronics combines with the bold
sound of a handmade aluminum ribbon pressure-gradient transducer. It was designed to
provide the smooth, intimate sound associated with the most sought-after vintage ribbon
microphones. With its focused midrange and outstanding bass response, the Vista520
captures the essence of any recorded sound. It also excels at ambient recording, capturing
room tone with the most intimate detail - whether for rock drums, guitars, or vocals - any
application where some natural space in the recording is Desired.

Specifications

* Polar pattern: Figure-8
* Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
* Open circuit sensitivity: -39dB (7.9 mV) dB re 1V at 1 Pa
* Impedance: 100 ohms
* Max input sound level: 150dB SPL, 1kHz at 1% T.H.D.
* Noise: 22dB SPL
* Dynamic range: Mid - 128dB, 1kHz at Max SPL
* Signal-to-noise ratio: 72dB, 1kHz at 1 Pa
* Phantom power requirements: 48V DC, 3.0 mA typical
* Output connectors: Integral 3-pin XLR M-type