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JZ Microphones The Amethyst (AMV-MKII)

Large-diaphragm cardioid condenser (boutique/compact)

Microphone

$1,299Manufacturer list price

Specifications

Type
Microphone
Description
Large-diaphragm cardioid condenser (boutique/compact)
Topology
condenser (FET, large diaphragm)
Signal path
Analog
Channels
1
Channel format
mono
Form factor
Compact solid-body studio condenser mic
Powered
true
Drivers
Single 1" (25mm) electrostatic Golden Drop capsule, fixed cardioid
Frequency response
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Max SPL
134 dB SPL (2.5kΩ, 0.5% THD)
Sensitivity
21 mV/Pa at 1 kHz
Polar pattern
Cardioid (fixed, not switchable)
Impedance (Ω)
50
Phantom power
48V

Details

I/O: 3-pin XLR male analog output

Notes: Not part of Vintage series — no classic-mic reference made on the product page; marketed as hand-made by JZ's senior craftsmen. SNR 87 dB-A, dynamic range 127 dB (both stated). FLAG: country of manufacture NOT explicitly stated on this specific product page (blank per golden rule), though JZ is a Latvia-based manufacturer sitewide. Price is current usashop list price.

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