SGM-250 – Professional Dual Powered Shotgun Microphone

• Handcrafted in Japan
• Newly developed, original microphone element
• Wide frequency response and dynamic range
• Dual power operation (phantom power or AA battery)
• LED battery indicator
• Low-cut filter
• 250mm length to better fit smaller cameras
• All metal alloy case
• 10-year warranty with online registration

Azden has set a new level in quality and performance with the SGM-250 Professional Dual Powered Shotgun Microphone. The SGM-250 was designed for video and filmmaking professionals to deliver broadcast quality sound at an affordable price. A completely redesigned microphone element drastically improves sensitivity, frequency response and signal to noise ratio. The all metal-alloy case provides rugged durability and strong resistance to RF. Its custom designed, slotted, acoustic barrel exhibits excellent super-cardioid directionality and side noise rejection.

A recessed switch area has been added to the body of the microphone for comfort and feel. The features here include a switchable low-cut filter to help reduce low frequency noise, a power switch for either battery or phantom power operation and an LED battery indicator. The SGM-250 can work off standard 48V phantom power or a single AA battery with virtually no loss in performance.

Measuring 250mm in length (about 10 inches) the SGM-250 is suitable for almost any filming situation. Long enough to capture great sound from a distance while mounted to a boom pole or on top of a shoulder cam, it’s still unobtrusive enough to be used on compact DSLR cameras.

The SGM-250 comes with a leatherette, zippered carry pouch, shock-absorbing mic clip with shoe mount and a foam windscreen.

Specifications

• Mic Element: Electret Condenser
• Freq. Response: 20Hz – 20kHz
• Low-Cut Filter: Selectable @160Hz, 3dB/Oct
• Polar Pattern: Super-cardioid
• Dynamic Range: 115dB 48V phantom / 110dB battery
• Sensitivity: -38dB at 1kHz (0dB = 1V/Pa)
• Impedance: 120? (at 1kHz)
• Max Input SPL: 132dB 48V phantom / 127dB battery (1kHz at 1% T.H.D.)
• S/N Ratio: 77dB (1kHz at 1Pa)
• Power Requirement: 11-50V Phantom or AA battery
• Output: 3-pin XLR
• Dimensions: 250mm x 21mm (9.84” x 0.83”) (Length x Diameter)
• Weight: 160 g (5.65 oz)
• Accessories: Shock mount, windscreen, carrying case