Sontronics Helios

Variable-pattern vacuum-tube condenser microphone

In our laboratories, we have spent many hours working with some very famous vintage microphones in order to understand what makes them sound so nice. As a result of this research, the gain structure and frequency response of the HELIOS has been engineered to closely simulate these characteristics, without adding unnecessary noise or colouration to the sound.

The SPS-1 power supply has a variable pattern control allowing a smooth transition from OMNI to Figure 8 pattern, and anything in-between. Allied to this are switches for a low-cut filter and -10dB pad, making the HELIOS one of the most flexible microphones available in any class. We’ve even added a TUBE READY light - in cool blue, of course - to let you know when you can start working.

Again, we felt that this microphone should have a special name, something with relevance like the ORPHEUS. Greek mythology heralds HELIOS as the god of the sun, bringing light and warmth to the earth. We think that this fits the personality of this microphone perfectly…

The microphone is supplied in a luxury wooden box and, together with its power supply and cables; it is protected by a high quality aluminium flight case.

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