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Description
Sontronics SIGMA 2 Phantom-Powered Ribbon Microphone
The Sontronics SIGMA 2 is a premium phantom-powered ribbon microphone designed to deliver the timeless warmth and natural detail associated with classic ribbon mics, while offering modern convenience and reliability. Hand-built in the UK, this microphone reflects the highest standards of British engineering and craftsmanship, making it a trusted choice for professional studios and high-end recording environments.
Unlike traditional passive ribbon microphones, the SIGMA 2 utilizes phantom power to provide higher sensitivity, lower self-noise, and seamless plug-and-play compatibility with standard audio interfaces, preamps, and mixers. Its smooth, intimate sound character makes it exceptionally well-suited for vocals, spoken word, solo strings, woodwinds, piano, and acoustic instruments, capturing performances with remarkable accuracy and musicality.
Key Features of the Sontronics SIGMA 2 Ribbon Microphone
- Phantom-Powered Ribbon Design: Combines classic ribbon tone with enhanced output and modern compatibility using 48V phantom power.
- Warm and Natural Sound Signature: Delivers smooth, detailed audio ideal for critical vocal and instrument recording.
- True Figure-of-Eight Polar Pattern: Captures sound equally from the front and rear while rejecting side noise, ideal for stereo techniques and controlled room capture.
- Exceptional Sensitivity: Accurately captures subtle nuances and low-level details without sacrificing clarity.
- Ultra-Low Self-Noise: Engineered to preserve delicate performance details without unwanted background noise.
- Hand-Built in the UK: Individually assembled to ensure consistent quality, performance, and reliability.
- Vintage-Inspired Metal Housing: Classic aesthetic with a durable all-metal construction suitable for professional use.
Technical Specifications
- Microphone Type: Ribbon
- Polar Pattern: Figure-of-Eight
- Frequency Response: 20Hz – 15kHz
- Sensitivity: 24 mV/Pa
- Impedance: ≤150 Ohms
- Maximum SPL: 125 dB (0.5% THD @ 1kHz)
- Equivalent Noise Level: 10 dB (A-weighted)
- Connector: 3-pin XLR
- Power Requirement: 48V Phantom Power
What's Included
- Sontronics SIGMA 2 Ribbon Microphone
- Shockmount
- ABS Flight Case




