Sabine has expanded the Phantom Mic Rider Series with the introduction of the Phantom Mic Rider Pro. Two new models expand the applications and improve dynamic range and control of the Phantom’s functions. Like the original Phantom, the two new models are phantom-powered, inline signal processors that plug directly into handheld or gooseneck mics.
These new versions have a lower power budget, which allows them to work with a broader range of mixers. Phantoms are designed to improve the microphone’s performance by providing solutions to the challenges associated with poor mic technique or unattended sound systems.
The Series 3 Phantom Mic Rider Pro has just one function, the integrated Infrared Gate. This turns the microphone on and off depending on the presence of a person in front of the mic. Using a heat-sensing IR sensor, the Phantom is not fooled by lighting changes or by putting a chair in front of the mic. Both the distance to activate the mic and the time to turn it off are adjustable on both new Phantom Mic Rider Pro versions.
The Series 2 Phantom Mic Rider Pro includes the IR Gate, as well as Automatic Gain Control (AGC), and a Plosive and Proximity Control. These signal processors are designed to make the mic much more forgiving across a broad range of users. The AGC compensates for the user with a meek voice, as well as those booming presenters – in each case output gain remains manageable. And as users get closer to the mic, the Proximity Effect Control reduces excess bass sound and maintains flat frequency response at all distances from the mic, while the Plosive Control reduces the loud pops and bursts from certain consonant sounds in speech.
Controls for the AGC and the Plosive and Proximity Control are now adjustable using pots, which allow for fine tweaking of each feature. Installation and setup are fast and easy, and once installed, the adaptive functions of the Phantom Pro Series 2 take care of gain and clarity. The Phantom Pro Series 3 comes at a list price of only $139.95 and the Phantom Pro Series 2 is only $169.95.
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