Peluso 22 251 Microphone
Best professional choice for capturing nuanced vocal and acoustic performances.
This is the closest you will get to the legendary vintage 251 sound without hunting down a fragile, decades-old original. It captures breathtaking detail on vocals and strings, though you will need to commit to the dedicated power supply and external switching to unlock its full versatility.
$1849.00
at
Alto Music
Who it's for
- Vocalists seeking that classic, airy vintage studio sound
- Project studio owners wanting elite performance on a budget
- Engineers recording diverse sources needing versatile polar patterns
Who should skip it
- Entry-level recordists with limited equipment budgets
- Users preferring low-maintenance, plug-and-play recording gear
- Vintage gear collectors demanding exact 1960s sonic character
Performance breakdown
Vintage Sonic Accuracy
Captures the elusive, airy character of the legendary 251 design perfectly.
Polar Pattern Versatility
Nine switchable patterns offer immense flexibility for any studio recording scenario.
Vocal Detail Retrieval
Delivers intimate, nuanced vocal captures with exceptional high-frequency clarity.
Build Integrity
Robust construction ensures long-term reliability in demanding professional studio environments.
SPL Handling
High threshold allows for tracking loud instruments without unwanted signal distortion.
System Completeness
Includes everything needed to start recording immediately out of the box.
Key Specs
Capsule Type
Condenser Pressure Gradient w/ 34mm edge-terminated capsule
Frequency Range
20Hz-24Khz
Polar Pattern
9 - Switchable from omni- to bi-directional
Sensitivity
14 mv/pa
Impedance
50/200 ohms
Maximum SPL
142 dB
Dimensions
52mm x 225 mm
Weight
620 g
Tube Type
5744WB
Power Requirements
Dedicated Power Supply, 115V or 230V AC
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