NT2-A Multi-pattern Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone  The NT2-A is a highly versatile large-diaphragm studio condenser microphone designed to offer pristine audio quality and flexibility in equal measure. Featuring a three-position pad (0dB, -5dB, -10dB), high-pass filter (flat, 40Hz, 80Hz), and polar pattern control (cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-8), it can easily adapt to any recording situation in the studio.  The NT2-A features a dual 1-inch gold-sputtered cardioid condenser capsule with internal shock mounting and offers ultra-low self-noise and a full frequency response, evoking the silky smooth character of the legendary microphones of the '50s and '60s.    Key Features:  Multi-pattern large-diaphragm studio condenser microphone  Three-position pad, high-pass filter and polar pattern controls  Ultra-low self-noise and full frequency response  Internal capsule shock mounting  10-year warranty Specifications    Acoustic & Electrical Specifications                     Acoustic Principle                 Pressure Gradient                                     Active Electronics                 JFET impedance converter with bipolar output buffer                                     Capsule                 1.00"                                     Polar Pattern                 Cardioid, Figure 8, Omnidirectional                                     Address Type                 Side                                     Frequency Range                 20Hz - 20kHz                                     Output Impedance                 200Ω                                     Maximum SPL                 147dB SPL                                     Maximum Output Level                 16.