Electro Voice, otherwise known as EV, manufactures a variety of microphone types designed for both live and studio applications. The RE series is the most well known line of microphones from Electro Voice. This line of microphones is commonly used in studio, broadcast and live environments by the professional audio world. When choosing an Electro Voice microphone, review the specifications of a few of their many products before making a choice.
RE 20
The RE 20 is a large diaphragm dynamic microphone. It has a cardioid pickup pattern, which rejects sound from the sides and rear of the microphone. The microphone features a bass roll off switch, and it also has a built in pop filter and shock-mount system. The impedance of the microphone is 150 ohms. The case material of the RE 20 is made of steel, with a "fawn beige" finish. It has a weight of 26 ounces and a height of 8.54 inches. The RE 20 is most commonly used on vocals in broadcast radio.
RE 200
The RE 200 is a condenser microphone designed for use on instruments. It features a cardioid pickup pattern and a transformerless output. The impedance of the microphone is 200 ohms. The case material of the RE 200 is metal, with a semi-gloss "camera black" finish. It has a weight of 6.53 ounces and a height of 5.39 inches. The microphone is commonly used on strings, brass, acoustic guitar, and choirs in both live and studio applications.
RE 410
The RE 410 is a hand-held condenser microphone. It has a cardioid pickup pattern that helps reject feedback, a built in shock-mount to reduce handling noise, and a multistage pop filter. The impedance of the microphone is 250 ohms. The case material of the RE 410 is metal, with a non-reflective black finish. It has a weight of 9.17 ounces and a height of 7.17 inches. The microphone is primarily designed for use on vocals in a live sound environment.
RE 90B
The RE 90B is a boundary condenser microphone. It has a half-cardioid pickup pattern and a thin profile that makes it ideal for use as a table-top microphone. It also features a built in pop-filter and non-slip rubber base. The impedance of the microphone is 200 ohms. The case material of the RE 90B is die-cast zinc, with a non-reflective black finish. It has a weight of 12.63 ounces with a height of 0.63 inches. The microphone is commonly used in boardrooms, classrooms and in teleconferencing systems.
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