An affordable studio condenser with dual polar-pattern flexibility.

The Nady SCM 960 Studio Condenser Microphone is a large, pressure-gradient condenser mic with a gold-sputtered diaphragm, FET preamplifier, and internal shock mount construction for structural integrity and reliability. It has selectable cardioid/omni polar patterns and selectable -10dB or -20dB attenuation. 48V phantom power required.

Nady SCM 960 Studio Condenser Microphone Features:

• True condenser pressure-gradient microphone
• 1" gold-sputtered diaphragm
• FET pre-amplifier
• Cardioid/omni polar patterns
• 0, -10dB, -20dB attenuation pad
• 3-pin gold-plated XLR connection

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Nady SCM 960 Studio Condenser Microphone Specifications:

• Sensitivity: 16mV/Pa
• Frequency range: 25Hz-20KHz
• Impedance: <200 Ohms
• Max. SPL (1% THD @1000Hz): 125dB
• Equivalent noise level to IEC 268-4(A weighted): 19dB
• S/N ratio re 1Pa: 76dB
• Power requirement: +48VDC phantom power
• Current consumption: <3mA
• Diameter: 2.0" (50.5mm)
• Length: 5.25" (133mm)
• Net weight: 11 oz (311g)

Nady SCM 960 Studio Condenser Microphone

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Almost a good deal

Posted by Tubeheadz from Illinois on Aug 2, 2008

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Active Musician

Reviewer's Play Style: all

The first 960 I ordered was defective. The -10dB / -20dB switch performed no function at all and the Omni pattern switch reduced the output by about 25%. I was getting internal microphonic noise like cheap old single coil pickups produce. I am exchanging it in hopes of getting a good one. Second hangup on this mic is no included mic clip even though the bottom is threaded for one the proper sized one has no part number. So they recommened buying a shock mount ssm-3 that dont fit the mic with switches or the egg shape securely. My other Mic is a Audio Tech at2020 which happens to be a great starter mic for home studios.

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Good things come in little packages.

Posted by piano74 from Long Island on Feb 7, 2008

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Active Musician

Reviewer's Play Style: Classical, Broadway, Pop

When I first opened the box on this mic, I found myself marveling at just how tiny it was. It's almost cute looking. That's when I started thinking, "Okay, how is something this small going to sound?" Holy cow, this thing has some serious presence! When using some of the compression settings on my MXL 990 for my vocal recordings, I've always had to get up close and personal in order to get the kind of warmth that I desire. But with this puppy, I can just relax, stand about a good foot away and it gives my vocals that beefy warmth I've always wanted to hear.

It also has some great built in features. I love being able to switch between the cardioid and omni directional pattern, and the attenuation switches can really help lessen ambient noise for those who don't record in soundproof rooms.

As with most condensors, I do worry about the fragility of this microphone. The one I received had a dent in the grill as though someone had dropped it during shipping. I'm not quite sure what the 'internal shock mount construction' entails, but I have a feeling this gives it a little more durability than the average condensor.

For the price, this mic really does a LOT. Don't be afraid to get at least one and check it out for yourself. You might be surprised.

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WOW, Very Nice

Posted by EasT from New Jersey on Dec 26, 2007

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Active Musician

Reviewer's Play Style: Hip-Hop

I cannot believe how good this sounds. For the price there is no reason a mic should sound this warm or "creamy". I use it with a computer DAW and an ART TUBE USB preamp. Comparing it to my MXL 990 and my Sterling ST 55 that costed around twice as much at time of purchase (which both are more of a high end crispy thinner sound) This Nady is very well rounded as far as sound goes and seems to be the only one out of the three that I can actually still hear clearly, every word when I step out of the room and I like it better. Won't be disappointed get this mic because nothing under $100 could possibly be better. I cant explain it but high price isn't always quality, that's for sure. I have no experience with any other Nady mics but I do with this one, and this is nice. With the right mixing (which is a given with any mic) fool around with it like anything else and you should find a nice sound with this mic easy.

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Great Price for a Surprising Mic!

Posted by Michael Dramstad, Millennium Sound Productionss from Huron, SD on Mar 8, 2007

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Sound Engineer

Reviewer's Play Style: All

I bought 2 of these to mic a small fiddle bluegrass group, with excellent results... So I began to use them for other purposes. Most recently we recorded audio and video for a local symphony orchestra concert, and had excellent results on the playback. These mics seemed to pick up every nuance of the orchestra and every instrument. If you are on a budget, buy them... you won't be sorry.

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Great tools for little money

Posted by capitaldown dot com from Mesa, AZ on Dec 20, 2006

Experience w/product: I own it

Reviewer's Background: Pro engineer, musician

Reviewer's Play Style: Rock

These have a bitey presence peak and I use them for drums.. Yes with the 20db pad this thing mics a snare like a champ. Looking for that in for face crack it'll beat the heck out of a dynamic. You will have to be very carefull with placement as it will get a little more hi hat than a dyno though. These will kick but on any thing accept maybe a little bright for guitar amps. Acoustic and Vox will sound authentic though watch the siblance on the vox. I'm not a fan of NADY but I'm a huge fan of their condensor mics, I have the scm1000 and they are great as well.

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