Sontronics STC-1 Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Sontronics STC-1 – Precision Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone for Instruments, Field Recording & More

The Sontronics STC-1 is a premium-quality small-diaphragm condenser microphone designed to deliver exceptional clarity, detail, and versatility across a wide range of applications. Ideal for capturing everything from acoustic instruments to sound effects, this compact microphone is a must-have for studio engineers, content creators, and musicians alike.

Equipped with a three-stage pad and filter switch, the STC-1 offers precise control over signal handling and frequency response, making it suitable for both delicate and high-SPL sources. Its ability to outperform microphones at significantly higher price points has made it one of the most respected pencil condensers in its class.

Choose between silver or black finishes to suit your setup. Whether you’re tracking guitar, strings, brass, percussion, or using it for field recording, video production, or foley work, the STC-1 delivers clean, natural audio with outstanding accuracy.

Perfect For:

  • Acoustic and strummed instruments

  • Orchestral and ensemble recording

  • Sound design, foley, and field recording

  • Broadcast, video, and film audio

With its studio-grade performance and incredible value, the Sontronics STC-1 deserves a spot in every serious mic collection.

Description

Technical Specifications

  • Product type: Small-diaphragm condenser
  • Polar pattern: Cardioid (Optional Omnidirectional and Hypercardioid capsules are available)
  • Frequency response: 25Hz to 20kHz
  • Pad: 0dB, -10dB, -20dB
  • Filter: Linear, 75Hz, 150Hz
  • Sensitivity: (0dB = 1V/Pa @ 1kHz) 12mV/Pa -36dB ±2dB
  • Impedance: ≤200 Ohms
  • Max. SPL: (for 0.5% THD @ 1kHz) 137dB
  • Equivalent noise level: 16dB (A-weighted)
  • Connector: 3-pin XLR
  • Power: Phantom power 48V required
  • Product weight: 0.27 kg
  • Packaged weight: 0.84 kg
  • Product dimensions: 162 x 24 x 24mm
  • Packaged dimensions: 230 x 169 x 81mm