The M-Audio Nova Large Capsule Condenser Microphone is designed to be used on vocals, acoustic instruments, guitar amplifiers, or room recordings. It features a 1.1" evaporated gold Mylar diaphragm and Class A solid state electronics housed in a solid brass body. The Nova has a cardioid polar pattern for directional recording and features a 20Hz to 18kHz frequency response.
 Features
 - 1.1" diameter evaporated gold diaphragm
 - Cardioid pickup pattern
 - Class A solid-state electronics
 - Solid brass body and capsule
 - 20 Hz—18 kHz frequency response
 - 48 Volt phantom power required
 - Includes hard mount, soft case, and XLR cable
 
Specifications
 - Type: Condenser
 - Diaphragm: 1.1" (27.9 mm) diameter evaporated gold Mylar
 - Polar Pattern: Cardioid
 - Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 18 kHz
 - Sensitivity: 16 mV/Pa (-36 dBV)
 - Maximum SPL: 128 dB (0.5% THD)
 - Noise Level: 14 dB (A-weighted)
 - Output Impedance: 200 Ω
 - Load Impedance: > 1,000 Ω (recommended)
 - Preamplifier: Class-A FET topology
 - Power Requirement: 48 V phantom power
 - Connector: 1x 3-pin male XLR
 - Construction
 - Wire mesh grille
 - Solid brass body
 - Dimensions (Diam. x L): 1.9" (5.2 cm) x 7.3" (18.5 cm)
 - Weight: 23 oz (650 g)