Pearl Microphone Labs ELM-B Figure-8 Condenser
The Pearl Microphone Labs ELM-B Figure-8 Condenser is a top choice for anyone looking to capture rich, natural sound with incredible depth and detail. Whether you're recording music, vocals, or even full orchestras, this microphone delivers a smooth, clear tone that makes everything sound lifelike. Its unique design also helps cut down on unwanted echoes from floors and ceilings, so you get cleaner recordings even in tricky rooms.
Pearl Microphone Labs ELM-B Figure-8 Condenser Review
Built around Pearl’s extended rectangular capsule, the ELM-B blends the best of both large and small diaphragm mics. Its figure-8 pattern is perfect for stereo setups like Blumlein or Mid-Side configurations, and the horizontal directionality captures sound from both the front and back with equal precision. Thanks to its smart capsule shape, it naturally reduces reflections from above and below—making it ideal for studio use, especially when recording choirs, ensembles, or solo instruments in rooms with less-than-perfect acoustics.
Pearl Microphone Labs ELM-B Figure-8 Condenser Features
- Captures sound from the front and back, great for interviews or duets
- Helps cut down on unwanted room noise from floors and ceilings
- Delivers smooth, natural audio with every take
- Perfect for high-quality stereo recordings
- Comes in a sleek black finish with red detailing
- Includes a wood storage box and shockmount for safe transport
Pearl Microphone Labs ELM-B Figure-8 Condenser Specs
- Frequency response from 20 Hz to 25,000 Hz
- Requires 48V phantom power and draws 2.7 mA
- Output impedance of 100 ohms, recommended load is 1,000 ohms
- 7.6 inches long with a diameter between 1.1 and 1.25 inches
- Weighs approximately 10.8 ounces
- Uses standard 3-pin XLR connection
