Aston Microphones Origin Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone

The Aston Origin is a high-performance cardioid condenser microphone utilising a one inch (1″) gold evaporated capsule. It's versatile enough to use with any instrument and, for singer-songwriters, excels on acoustic guitar and vocals. Its hand-selected capsule is paired with high-end transformerless circuitry using only the finest components.

The Origin is designed to deliver direct, smooth and intimate sound… for a supremely natural and transparent recording.

Aston Microphones Origin at a Glance:

Wave-form mesh head with built-in pop filter
Unique chassis and end cap design

Wave-form mesh head with built-in pop filter

The Origin features Aston's signature wave-form mesh head which not only looks cool, but also provides rugged protection for the mic's internals. If subjected to a forceful ding, the shock-resistant wave-form grille allows the head of the mic to distort, then return to its normal position without damage. It also offers a measure of off-axis rejection, helping to diminish unwanted ambient sound. Built into the

wave-form head is a mesh-knit pop filter that eliminates plosives in vocal performances. This single-piece mesh cage is made of stainless steel, so it's rustproof; you can even remove and wash it!

Unique chassis and end cap design

Did we mention how striking this mic looks? To achieve its hard-wearing, eye-catching finish, your Origin's chassis has been tumbled individually for up to four hours, with the engraving applied afterward. A custom-molded end cap with integrated XLR and built-in, interchangeable mic stand thread adapter is another unique aspect of the design. In light of the mic's superior onboard shock absorption, you can mount it directly to a mic stand - which also makes it easy to repair and maintain.

Aston Microphones Origin Features:

Large-diaphragm pressure-gradient condenser microphone with cardioid polar pattern
1" gold-evaporated capsule; protective wave-form mesh head with built-in pop filter
Innovative blend of discrete and integrated circuitry
Optimized circuit stage scheme from phantom power input circuit to capsule voltage bias
Unique nonlinear voltage/current source rectification
Shock-resistant, wave-form mesh head with built-in pop filter
Unique, individually tumbled chassis finish
Custom-molded end cap with integrated XLR and interchangeable mic stand thread adapter
Onboard 10dB pad and 80Hz highpass filter
48-volt phantom power required for operation

Fortify your mic locker with Aston Microphones' Origin!

Specs:

Transducer Type Condenser

Acoustic Operating Principle Pressure Gradient

Directional Polar Pattern Cardioid

Frequency Response 20Hz – 20kHz (+/-3dB)

Equivalent Noise Level 18dB A-Weighted

Sensitivity at 1kHz into 1kohm 23.7mV/Pa

Maximum SPL for THD 0.5% 127dB

Signal-to-Noise Ratio (rel. 94dB SPL) 76dB A-Weighted

Pad Switch -10dB

Low-Cut Filter 80Hz

Product length 125 mm / 4.92 in

Product width 54 mm / 2.13 in

Product weight 450 g / 0.99 lb