[. . . ] THE AMETHYST The Amethyst series of studio microphones utilize capsules with 6-micron gold sputtered Mylar diaphragms tensioned and adjusted on precisely made brass backplates. [. . . ] Both models have a unidirectional cardioid polar pattern with minimal proximity effect and are linear over the wide frontal incidence angle. An acoustically transparent head construction reduces internal resonances and reflections. The internal capsule shockmount along with the massive body construction, reduces stand rumble, outside infrasonic interference and mechanical shocks. Both microphones can be mounted directly on a standard microphone stand or in the optional ASM elastic shockmount. Gold plated contacts on the output XLR connector provide a noise-free connection. APPLICATIONS The handy compact size and versatile mounting, combined with high SPL capability make these microphones ideal for close instrumental situations. The Amethyst Standard is particularly recommended for percussion and stringed instruments. [. . . ] ( 168 x 63mm / 350g) Included accessories: solid hardwood box Options: ASM shockmount 70 70 200 300 500 700 1K Hz 2K 3K 5K 7K 10K 20K Exclusively distributed in the Americas by 9770 Silicon Prairie Pkwy · Madison, WI 53593 USA tel: 608-227-2040 · fax: 608-831-1890 violetusa. com [. . . ]