Karma Mics K-58

This is a microphone tube (12AX7) wide membrane.
(Capsule: 1.07 ")

purchased over the Internet
http://www.karmamics.com/shop/K58-Multi-Pattern-Tube-Condenser-Microphone.html

serious contender for sE electronics (Gemini ...) despite a very different look because it is curiously dressed in black leather and engraved with the image of the Karma brand.

Frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz
Several positions: Cardioid, Omni, Figure 8, 9 way adjustable Patterns
High-pass filter 75 Hz, 12dB/octave
Pad-10dB attenuation
Maximum SPL of 135 dB SPL
Sensitivity -34 + /-2dBV
Equivalent noise 23dBA
Typical load impedance> 1000 ohms
Source Output Impedance <200 ohms,

Comes in a sturdy bag also containing the suspension, the case / power transformer and cables ...

for less than 300 € (!)

but what is surprising is the sound! immediately enjoyable.

OVERALL OPINION

Quite natural. (Easy test with your own voice)

The sound is balanced, never violent.

a good choice relatively unknown.