Earthworks QTC30mp Omnidirectional Microphone (Matched Pair) Frequency response to 30kHz and excellent impulse responseIdeal and affordable choice for recording applicationsIntended for detailed sourcesOmnidirectional polar patternFlat frequency response, fast impulse response and exceptional polar characteristicsAccurate and uncoloredHandles sound levels up to 142dB with no proximity effect or handling noiseRequires 48V Phantom Power These low-noise omnis are also an excellent choice for drum overheads, close-miked wind and percussion instruments Earthworks' reputation for realism is based on these distinctive omnis Time Coherent Response means these models do not smear the time domain as most microphones do