Earthworks M30 Microphone
Best precision tool for professional audio engineers and system tuners.
This is the gold standard for engineers who refuse to compromise on data integrity. By prioritizing surgical accuracy and environmental stability over flashy features, it delivers the precise, repeatable measurements required for professional system alignment and loudspeaker design.
$699.00
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Moon Audio
Who it's for
- Touring professionals requiring rugged gear that survives demanding daily use
- Acoustic engineers needing precise, reliable data for critical room analysis
- Sound technicians capturing high-SPL sources with extreme dynamic clarity
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious hobbyists looking for an affordable entry-level measurement tool
- Musicians seeking a versatile microphone for vocal or instrument recording
- Field recordists using mobile setups without reliable phantom power access
Performance breakdown
Frequency Accuracy
Flat response from 3Hz to 30kHz ensures absolute measurement precision.
SPL Handling
Captures high-decibel sources without distortion or signal clipping.
Environmental Stability
Reliable performance across extreme temperature and humidity fluctuations.
Polar Consistency
Omnidirectional pattern remains uniform for accurate spatial sound analysis.
Software Compatibility
Seamless integration with industry-standard FFT-based measurement platforms.
Build Quality
Lab-grade construction designed for rigorous, long-term professional field use.
Key Specs
Frequency Response
3Hz - 30kHz
Polar Pattern
Omnidirectional
Sensitivity
34mV/Pa (-29dBV/Pa)
Power Requirements
24-48V Phantom, 10mA
Max Acoustic Input
140dB SPL
Output
XLR (pin 2+)
Output Impedance
65Ω balanced (between pins 2 & 3)
Min Output Load
600Ω between pins 2 & 3
Noise
20dB SPL equivalent (A weighted)
Dimensions (L x D)
229mm x 22mm (9.0 x .860 inches)
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