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Electro-Voice RE510
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Electro-Voice RE510

Supercardioid handheld condenser vocal mic with a low-frequency selector switch

Type
Condenser
Pattern
Supercardioid
Sensitivity
−49.9 dBV/Pa
Self-noise
22 dB(A)
Max SPL
146 dB SPL
Impedance
250 Ω
Rated range
40 – 20k Hz

Frequency response

Angle
Distance

Frequency response: from the spec sheet (Recording Hacks copy), p. 2. Graph marked "AVERAGE RESPONSE" and "Close Response"; legend: dotted "Flat", solid "Rolled Off". Relative dB, 0 dB labelled. The distance is not stated.

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", one full-circle plot marked "@1kHz"; rings labelled -5dB to -20dB, centre circle -25 dB. Measuring conditions and switch position not stated.

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All specs

From the spec sheet
Capsule5/8 in (16 mm) self-biased condenser capsule; high-current differential output stage. From the feature list.p. 1
Sensitivity−49.9 dBV/Pa (3.2 mV/Pa), open circuit, 1 kHz. "3.2mV/Pascal"; converted (20 log10 0.0032 = -49.9).
Self-noise22 dB(A). "Self Noise: 22 dB SPL “A” weighted (0 dB=20 micropascals)".
Max SPL146 dB SPL, 1 kHz, 1% THD. "Maximum SPL, 1 kHz: 146 dB SPL (1% THD)".
Signal-to-noise ratio72 dB, re 94 dB SPL. "Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 72 dB (@ 94 dB SPL)".
Dynamic range124 dB, maximum SPL to A-weighted noise. "Dynamic Range (Maximum SPL to A Weighted Noise Level): 124 dB".
Output impedance250 ohm, output, 1 kHz. "Output Impedance, 1 kHz: 250 ohms".
Rated frequency range40 Hz to 20 kHz. "Frequency Response: 40 Hz to 20,000 Hz"; no tolerance stated.
Poweringphantom 24-48 V. "Power Requirements: Phantom Supply Requirement: 24 to 48 VDC".
Low cutflat, rolled off; low frequency selector switch, under the ball screen. "Low-frequency roll-off switch enables tailoring of low-frequency response"; the switch photo (page 2) labels the positions "Low Frequencies Flat" and "Low Frequencies Rolled Off"; "securely located beneath the ball screen".
ConnectorXLR-3 male. Not stated by the manufacturer: No connector is named; the polarity note speaks of pins 2 and 3 ("Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3"), i.e. a 3-pin XLR.
Weight260 g, net. "Net Weight: 9.2 oz (260 grams)".p. 2
Dimensions182 × 51 × 25 mm. Length × diameter × shank: "7.15 in (182 mm)", "2.0 in (51 mm)", "1.0 in (25 mm)".
Supplied accessories326 stand adapter (black); soft zippered gig bag. "Accessories Included: 326 Stand Adapter (Black), Soft Zippered Gig Bag". Optional (page 3): 323S mic clamp; 376 (grey), 379-1 (black), 379-2 (red) windscreens.
Clipping level+2 dBV (1 kHz)p. 1
Low frequency selector switchRolled off: tailored to compensate for proximity effect; flat: "adds just enough warmth to be noticeable"
From the spec sheet (Recording Hacks copy)
Part number301259-000p. 2

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