Crown PCC160W
Crown PCC160W Description:
The Crown PCC160W (PCC-160W) Phase Coherent Cardioid Microphone is a surface-mounted halfsupercardioid microphone intended for professional applications on stage fl oors, lecterns, conference tables, and news desks-wherever improved gain-before-feedback and articulation are important. Similar to the Pressure Zone Microphone® (PZM®), the PCC is designed to be used on a relatively large boundary surface. Unlike the PZM, the Phase Coherent Cardioid uses a subminiature supercardioid mic capsule. Its directional polar pattern improves gain-before-feedback, reduces unwanted room noise and rejects sounds from the rear.
Surface-mounting creates a "half-supercardioid" polar pattern and increases directivity 3 dB. Since the microphone capsule is placed on a boundary, direct and reflected sounds arrive at the diaphragm in-phase. This coherent addition of direct and reflected waves increases sensitivity 6 dB and prevents phase cancellations. The mic capsule is small enough to ensure phase coherency up to the highest frequencies in the audible spectrum, resulting in a wide, smooth frequency response free of phase interference.
Clarity and reach are also enhanced. Self-contained electronics eliminate the need for an in-line preamp box. The PCC-160 can be phantom powered directly from the console or other remote power source providing 12 to 48 volts. If battery power is required, a battery supply unit can be inserted anywhere in the mic line right up to the console or mixer. A "bass tilt" switch allows the user to tailor the low-end response for particular applications.
Crown PCC160W Features:
- Industry-standard stage fl oor microphone
- Phase Coherent Cardioid design prevents coloration from surface sound reflections
- High output overrides mixer input noise
- Half-supercardioid polar pattern rejects the pit orchestra and offers high gain-before feedback
- Very rugged
- Low profile
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