A CK-6 condenser with a larger 34mm capsule

Avantone's CK-6+ outshines its already impressive predecessor with a larger 34mm gold-plated Mylar capsule. Inside the CK-6+'s precision-machined brass casing, you'll find a discrete, transformerless Class A FET circuit along with high-quality polystyrene and metallized polypropylene capacitors. Place this versatile condenser in front of any source and you'll experience airy, open highs and rock-solid bass. A -10dB pad and 80Hz high-pass filter only add to this microphone's incredible flexibility. Complete with a custom retro shock mount, wooden storage box, and aluminum travel case, the CK-6+ offers modified performance in a ready-to-use condenser microphone.

Quality components throughout

Under the hood, the CK-6+ is impressive, featuring a discrete, transformerless Class A FET circuit and a gold-coated 34mm Mylar capsule. Avantone even used high-quality metallized polystyrene and polypropylene capacitors in the audio path — typically the kind of “upgrade” components installed by extreme hot-modders. The CK-6+ is a versatile studio workhorse, ideal for clearly capturing the sonic character of virtually any vocal or instrument. Did we mention how gorgeous the CK-6+ is? Its elegant wine red finish and polished nickel details are sure to turn heads whenever someone steps into your studio.

Complete and ready to record

Aside from not having multiple polar patterns (and who in their right mind would expect that in a microphone at this price?), Avantone didn't skimp on anything. The CK-6+ has a 10dB pad, so you can use it on drums, guitar cabinets, and other noisy sources. It also has an 80Hz high-pass filter to attenuate noise and other unwanted low frequencies. The Avantone CK-6+ is an incredible value. At this price, you can easily buy a stereo pair. How about five of them for your tones and overheads?

Characteristics

• Ideal for studio vocals, acoustic guitar, drum overloads, piano and more;
• Outperforms its predecessor with a larger 34mm gold-plated Mylar capsule;
• Discrete Class A FET circuit without transformer and high quality polystyrene and metallized polypropylene capacitors;
• Delivers airy, open highs and rock-solid bass;
• 10dB pad to capture drums, guitar cabinets and other noisy sources;
• 80Hz high-pass filter attenuates noise and other unwanted low frequencies
• Rugged, precision-machined brass housing with attractive Cabernet Red finish;
• Includes a custom retro shock mount, wooden storage box and aluminum travel case.

Specifications

• Microphone type: condenser;
• Polar pattern: cardioid;
• Diaphragm size: 3.2cm;
• Frequency response: 35Hz-20kHz (±3.5dB);
• Maximum SPL: 136dB SPL (0.5% THD @ 1kHz);
• Output impedance: 200 ohms;
• Auto noise: <17dB;
• Low cut filter: 80Hz (6dB/octave)
• Pads: -10dB;
• Connector: XLR;
• Color: metallic red cabernet;
• Power source: 48V phantom power;
• Accessories included: shockmount, hard case.