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Electro-Voice N/D767a
Photo: Electro-Voice, from its spec sheet (Recording Hacks copy), p. 1.

Electro-Voice

Electro-Voice N/D767a

Dynamic (N/DYM neodymium), supercardioid, handheld vocal mic with VOB (Vocally Optimized Bass) tailored bass response and multistage shock mount

Approximate Some readings for this mic are uncertain; see the graphs.

Type
Dynamic
Pattern
Supercardioid
Sensitivity
−50.2 dBV/Pa
Impedance
350 Ω
Rated range
35 – 22k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the spec sheet (Recording Hacks copy), p. 2. Titled "Frequency Response"; the graph is marked "AVERAGE RESPONSE"; the dotted line is "Close Response". Distances not stated (page 1: maximum bass "close-up" at 1/4 inch, normal bass beyond 24 inches). Relative dB.

Dashed: outside the rated range, or simulated (other angles and distances). Hover or tap the graphs for values.

Polar pattern

Polar pattern: from the spec sheet (Recording Hacks copy), p. 2. Titled "Polar Response", "(5 dB per division)", one line "1000 Hz"; full circle, 0° at the top, rings not numbered. Measuring conditions not stated. Approximate reading error up to about 1 dB; the graph's dB scale is not labelled and was assumed.

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All specs

From the spec sheet (Recording Hacks copy)
Sensitivity−50.2 dBV/Pa (3.1 mV/Pa), open circuit, 1 kHz. "Sensitivity, Open Circuit Voltage @ 1 kHz: 3.1 mV/pascal"; converted (20 log10 0.0031 = -50.2).p. 1
Dynamic range144 dB. "Dynamic Range: 144 dB"; no conditions given.
Output impedance350 ohm, balanced (low-Z). "350 ohms balanced (low-z)". Recording Hacks' page says 300 ohm.
Rated frequency range35 Hz to 22 kHz, close; also [70, 22000], far. "Freq. Response, Close: 35 Hz - 22,000 Hz"; "Freq. Response, Far: 70 Hz - 22,000 Hz"; no tolerance stated.
Poweringnone (passive). Not stated; a dynamic mic needs no power.
ConnectorXLR-3 male. "Microphone Connector: 3-pin, XLR-type".
Weight260 g, net. "9.2 oz (260 g)".
Dimensions181 × 52 × 20 mm. Length 181 mm (7.1"), diameter 52 mm (2.1"), shank 20 mm (0.80").
Finishnon-reflecting black
Supplied accessoriesstand adapter (black); soft zippered "gig" bag
MaterialsMemraflex grille screen; Warm Grip handle
PolarityPin 2 positive, referenced to pin 3, with positive pressure on the diaphragm
Shipping weight535 g (18.9 oz)
Part number16033313p. 2
Proximity effect (EV)Maximum bass "close-up" at 1/4 inch from the source; normal bass at more than 24 inchesp. 1
Placement (EV)Vocals: 0 to 6 inches from the windscreen, on axis; spoken word: 5 to 10 inches, on axisp. 2

Documents

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