ART Phantom I 48V Microphone Phantom Power Supply
48V MIC PHANTOM POWER SUPPLY
The Phantom I is not a masked vigilante but is, in fact, a useful box from ART for providing phantom power where there is none. Phantom power is required by most condenser microphones and is usually supplied by your desk or audio interface. However, in situations where this is not possible the Phantom I comes in extremely handy. The Phantom I supplies phantom power within+/- 2V of 48V and so, powers most microphones although, it’s always worth checking with the manufacturer first!
Different condenser microphones specify different amounts of required phantom power. As a rule these ratings can range from 48 volts all the way down to 9 volts. Fortunately, there is some flexibility in terms of matching phantom voltage to your mic. A rough rule of thumb would be “more is better.”
For example, a 24-volt condenser mic will run perfectly on 48 volts. In fact, mics rated at as little as 9 volts can often operate on 48 volts, but you should check with the manufacturer first. Conversely, a mic will generally perform best driven by not less than its rated voltage so, for a 48V mic, you would obtain best results with 48 volts of phantom power. The Phantom I is a great choice for the above needs.
Features
- Input Connections: XLR female
- Output Connections: XLR male
- Frequency Response: 10Hz – 25kHz
- Output Phantom Power: 48V DC +/- 2V
- Output Noise: -115 dBV
- Current Drain: 14mA
Specifications
- Power: 18V DC (Adapter included)
- Dimensions: 130 x 74 x 45mm
- Weight: 315g
