The Gefell UMT800 is a large diaphragm FET studio condenser that combines the legendary M7 capsule with a symmetrical, transformerless pre-amp for exceptional detail and reach, while allowing sound pressure levels to 149dB. With five patterns to choose including omnidirectional, wide cardioid, cardioid, hyper-cardioid and figure-8, the UMT800 provides outstanding flexibility making it ideal for voice, solo instrument, television broadcast and motion picture scoring stages.

Using the UMT800

The UMT800 is a side-address condenser. Using the UMT800 is a simple matter of connecting an XLR mic cable and turning the 48V phantom on. The on-mic controls are simple and intuitive. Stand mounting the UMT800 is best achieved with the optional EA92 elastic suspension. This elastic "cage" screws into the UMT800's machined base securing the mic for placement at any desired angle. A swivel mount adaptor is also available for mounting on stereo bars and other mic-stand adaptors. With a full compliment of polar patterns, an extended bandwidth, and its unmatched level handling, the UMT800 offers unlimited recording options, opening the door to creative new ideas without worry of overload or distortion.

In cardioid or hypercardioid settings, the UMT800 is the perfect choice for near-field close-mic'ing of instruments and voice. When using the UMT800 on voice, a pop filter or the optional W76 windscreen is recommended. Inserting the pad allows the UMT800 to be used in extremely high sound pressure environments such as drums and percussion.

The cardioid, wide-cardioid and omni settings open the door to full orchestration in far-field, stereo XY, ORTF, Decca-tree and other popular configurations. The higher sensitivity ensures greater detail and articulation, attributes that are especially useful in highly ambient environments. And as with any "great mic" applications are only limited by one's imagination!

Interpretation

The multi-pattern Gefell UMT800 is a world-class studio condenser that combines the warmth and detail of the famous M7 capsule with a highly dynamic, low noise FET capsule amplifier. This results in a microphone with an exceptionally well-balanced response curve, with the added sensitivity and explosive headroom to adapt to virtually any application.

As our most flexible microphone, the UMT800 is ideal for voice, solo instrument, choral, orchestral and broadcast where a full-bodied sound with minimal coloration, and added articulation is required. The exceptional 149dB handling coupled with its impressive low noise-floor also makes the UMT800 an ideal choice for foley stages and location sound in film, television broadcast and live sound stages where source material is infinite and a "single mic" solution is required. Comes in it's own beautiful hand-crafted wood case.

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