Nordic Audio Labs NU-100K FloFET Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Nordic Audio Labs NU-100K Overview The original Nordic Audio Labs NU-100K big-diaphragm multi-pattern condenser mic has been enhanced with the ground-breaking FloFET technology, which gives it tube microphone properties for extra glow and depth. Only without tubes or transformers and with 48V phantom power. Voiced to sound fantastic on everything, it delivers huge realism and a blend of the smoothness and richness you’d expect from a ribbon microphone and the sharp but sophisticated air of a fine condenser microphone. The D100K capsule, FloFET technology, access to three polar patterns, and forgiving frequency response all combine to make this an unbeatable competitor for ‘If I only had one type of microphone for absolutely anything,’ consistently producing spectacular results no matter what you put in front of it. D100k Capsule. Based on Martin Kantola’s proprietary D100K 30mm edge-terminated capsule design, which provides an extremely smooth top end and superb off-axis response, this microphone not only sounds great out of the box on any vocal or instrument from drums to guitar amps to classical orchestras, but it also takes EQ and other processing without sounding EQ’d in an amazing way. A real desert island microphone for almost any situation that always gives fantastic, vibrant, and lifelike recordings that allow the passion of the performances to filter through unaffected. Flofet Circuits It does not utilize tubes or transformers, but the revolutionary FloFET circuitry produces a tone that is very different from what you would anticipate from a transformerless solid-state microphone. A transformerless microphone has accuracy and lifelike detail, whereas a friendly tube microphone is smooth and appealing. It’s an NU sound. Sound Character The microphone strikes an outstanding blend of clarity and melody. Whereas ribbon mics give silky smoothness but lack extended high-frequency response, and condensers deliver brilliant clarity but sometimes sound clinical, the NU-100K offers the best of both worlds. It combines the authoritative depth and natural richness of a ribbon microphone with the accuracy, articulation, and air of a high-end condenser. Applications Engineers and artists will appreciate the NU-100K’s versatility across all sources. Its character complements vocalists, acoustic instruments, symphonic recordings, percussion, and amplified sources equally. The microphone’s ability to produce startling realism, with a sound presence that seems immersive and three-dimensional, makes it an obvious option in professional studios. Options The NU-100K comes in three finishes: black, gold, and grey/gold. Black is the default color unless otherwise specified. Why choose the NU-100K?  Provides tube-like warmth without using tubes or transformers.  Combines ribbon-like fluidity and condenser-like detail.  Reliable phantom power functioning without an external supply.  Compatible with any recording source or genre.  Unique FloFET™ technology is proprietary to Nordic Audio Labs. Please choose the color you want when placing your order. We will supply the black variant by default. Nordic Audio Labs NU-100K Features:  Crafted with love in Finland.  Utilizes exclusive FloFET™ technology to achieve tube-like tone without tubes.  Cardioid, omni, and figure-of-eight polar patterns.  Precision-constructed capsule with proprietary D100K 30 mm big diaphragm and edge termination.  The innovative capsule design prevents humidity-related issues during vocal and location recording.  The microphone’s high output level and impedance make it adaptable to different preamplifiers, resulting in consistently great sound quality.  A high signal-to-noise ratio enables accurate recording of low-level instruments.