{"id":9178250182889,"title":"Sterling Audio ST79 Class A FET Large-Diaphragm Studio Condenser Microphone","handle":"sterling-audio-st79-class-a-fet-large-diaphragm-studio-condenser-microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe Sterling Audio ST79 is a professional-grade Class-A FET large-diaphragm studio condenser microphonedesigned for versatile recording applications. Engineered around a hand-selected 8-micron gold-sputtered dual-diaphragm capsule, it delivers a rich and smooth sonic character with a silky top end and warm midrange that flatters both vocals and instruments. Its multi-pattern pickup options provide flexibility in placement and sound capture, making it suitable for vocal tracking, acoustic instruments, room ambience, and more. Built with quality components and classic transformer coupling, the ST79 combines vintage-inspired tone with modern studio functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent condition. Very little use. Functions great! No box or case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"506\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"506\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eProfessional Studio Condenser\u003c\/strong\u003e — Class-A discrete FET solid-state preamp design for smooth, low-noise performance with vintage-inspired warmth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"689\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"541\"\u003eLarge Dual-Diaphragm Capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e — Premium 8-micron gold-sputtered, dual diaphragm for detailed sonic capture across vocals and instruments. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eMulti-Pattern Flexibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — Switchable polar patterns: \u003cem data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eCardioid, Omni, and Figure-8\u003c\/em\u003e to suit close vocals, room ambience, or stereo techniques. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eWide Frequency Response\u003c\/strong\u003e — 20 Hz to 20 kHz captures everything from deep lows to airy highs. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eVintage-Style Transformer Coupling\u003c\/strong\u003e — Classic transformer-balanced output for rich midrange and depth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eSolid Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Heavy brass body with steel head and woven-brass mesh grill for durability and classic look. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e — Often paired with a custom wooden storage case, SM-7 shock mount, and foam windscreen. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003eStudio-Ready Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003eSensitivity:\u003c\/em\u003e ~28 mV\/Pa \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eEquivalent Noise:\u003c\/em\u003e ~18 dB SPL (A-weighted) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eMax SPL:\u003c\/em\u003e ~130–140 dB with pad options \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eRequires 48 V Phantom Power.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","published_at":"2026-01-18T21:19:33-05:00","created_at":"2026-01-18T21:14:11-05:00","vendor":"Sterling Audio","type":"Microphones","tags":["Class A FET Microphone","Class A Microphone","Condenser","Great 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charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe Sterling Audio ST79 is a professional-grade Class-A FET large-diaphragm studio condenser microphonedesigned for versatile recording applications. Engineered around a hand-selected 8-micron gold-sputtered dual-diaphragm capsule, it delivers a rich and smooth sonic character with a silky top end and warm midrange that flatters both vocals and instruments. Its multi-pattern pickup options provide flexibility in placement and sound capture, making it suitable for vocal tracking, acoustic instruments, room ambience, and more. Built with quality components and classic transformer coupling, the ST79 combines vintage-inspired tone with modern studio functionality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent condition. Very little use. Functions great! No box or case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"318\" data-end=\"506\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"506\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eProfessional Studio Condenser\u003c\/strong\u003e — Class-A discrete FET solid-state preamp design for smooth, low-noise performance with vintage-inspired warmth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"507\" data-end=\"689\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"541\"\u003eLarge Dual-Diaphragm Capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e — Premium 8-micron gold-sputtered, dual diaphragm for detailed sonic capture across vocals and instruments. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"692\" data-end=\"721\"\u003eMulti-Pattern Flexibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — Switchable polar patterns: \u003cem data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eCardioid, Omni, and Figure-8\u003c\/em\u003e to suit close vocals, room ambience, or stereo techniques. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eWide Frequency Response\u003c\/strong\u003e — 20 Hz to 20 kHz captures everything from deep lows to airy highs. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003eVintage-Style Transformer Coupling\u003c\/strong\u003e — Classic transformer-balanced output for rich midrange and depth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1169\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eSolid Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — Heavy brass body with steel head and woven-brass mesh grill for durability and classic look. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e — Often paired with a custom wooden storage case, SM-7 shock mount, and foam windscreen. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003eStudio-Ready Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1514\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003eSensitivity:\u003c\/em\u003e ~28 mV\/Pa \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eEquivalent Noise:\u003c\/em\u003e ~18 dB SPL (A-weighted) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1681\"\u003eMax SPL:\u003c\/em\u003e ~130–140 dB with pad options \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1787\"\u003eRequires 48 V Phantom Power.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e"}