The PR 40 Dynamic Cardioid Studio Microphone in black with gold screen from Heil Sound is a high-performance dynamic microphone ideal for use as a vocal mic for talk-show hosts and other voice-over applications. The large dynamic element produces a smooth response with an articulate and natural midrange. The size of the diaphragm, combined with a low mass and an efficient NdFeB magnet structure, allow the microphone to achieve a wide dynamic range and capture high SPLs, making it a great kick drum mic as well.

This front-address microphone has 4 rear ports to reject off-axis noise, resulting in a smooth, tight cardioid pickup pattern with reduced proximity effect. The steel body and internal humbucking coil shield the microphone, making it safe for use near video monitors and noisy lighting fixtures. An internal Sorbothane shockmount decouples the microphone's dynamic element from the body to reduce the effects of handling noise.

This microphone is part of the B&H Virtual Mic Locker, an online tool to help our valued customers determine the sonic differences between popular microphones for podcasting and voice over work. Each microphone was recorded using a Grace Design M103 preamp into a Presonus Quantum 2626 interface.

The large dynamic element has a smooth frequency response with a natural and articulate midrange, making this an ideal mic for voice-over applications

The large size and low mass of the mic element, combined with a powerful NdFeB magnet structure, give the mic the ability to capture high SPLs while providing a wide dynamic range

The mic has 4 rear ports designed to reject off-axis noise, providing it with a smooth, tight cardioid pickup pattern

The mic's screen system uses 2 different mesh screens and an internal filter to keep sibilance and plosives to a minimum

The internal Sorbothane mount decouples the mic element from the body, reducing the effects of handling noise

The rugged steel body and internal humbucking coil shield the microphone, allowing you to use it near video monitors and noisy light fixtures

The PR 40 is assembled and tested in Illinois