Antelope Audio Edge Note – small-diaphragm condenser modeling microphone offering 13 legendary microphone emulations and exceptional SPL handling up to 146 dB. Designed for recording loud instruments with precision and character, it combines Antelope’s renowned analog accuracy with cutting-edge digital modeling.
Despite its compact size, the Edge Note delivers studio-grade clarity and incredible headroom, making it ideal for snare drums, brass sections, guitars, and strings. The dual high-pass filter (75 Hz and 115 Hz) helps to remove unwanted low-frequency rumble, while the PAD attenuator (-10 dB or -20 dB) ensures distortion-free performance even at the highest sound levels.
With 13 meticulously captured emulations of classic studio microphones, the Edge Note provides a full tonal palette ranging from vintage warmth to modern brightness. Each model reproduces the frequency response and harmonic behavior of its original, offering a versatile solution for any recording scenario. Fully compatible with any preamp, this microphone gives every engineer the freedom to shape sound creatively and accurately.
KEY FEATURES
- Small-diaphragm condenser microphone with 13 classic mic emulations
- Maximum sound pressure level: 146 dB SPL
- Built-in PAD attenuation: -10 dB / -20 dB
- Two-stage high-pass filter at 75 Hz and 115 Hz
- Ultra-clean and detailed sound capture for any source
- Compatible with any standard microphone preamp
- Ideal for drums, percussion, brass, strings, and acoustic instruments
- Compact and durable metal housing
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Microphone type: small-diaphragm condenser modeling microphone
- Polar pattern: cardioid
- Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
- Sensitivity: -42 dB / 8 mV/Pa (±3 dB)
- Maximum SPL: 146 dB
- PAD: -10 dB / -20 dB switchable
- High-pass filter: 75 Hz / 115 Hz
- Output connector: XLR (balanced)
- Power supply: 48 V phantom power
- Microphone emulations: 13 classic models
- Compatibility: works with any mic preamp
- Recommended use: snare, hi-hat, brass, guitar, strings
- Product code: EDGE-NOTE