Entry-level cardioid condenser microphone.
The M-Audio Nova Large-Diaphragm Condenser Mic has a 1-1/10" evaporated gold diaphragm mounted in a solid brass capsule that ensures recordings that are faithful to the source, and the Class A solid state electronics are engineered for low noise, distortion, and coloration. Frequency response: 20Hz-18kHz. Sensitivity: 16mV/Pa (-36dBV). Max. SPL for 0.5% THD: 128dB. Equivalent noise level: 14dB-A weighted. Requires phantom power.