Sontronics Sigma 2
Best professional audio capture for discerning studio engineers.
Experience exceptional audio clarity with this phantom-powered ribbon microphone. It delivers a natural, detailed sound profile, enhancing mid and low frequencies for richer tones. Engineered with proprietary circuitry and British-made components, it ensures high sensitivity and low self-noise. Integrated RFI filters provide an interference-free signal, making it ideal for a wide array of sources, from vocals and speech to instruments and ensembles. This microphone is designed for professional studio and live applications, offering stunning clarity and definition.
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4.6
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Category Rank
1188
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#1188 in Microphones
Microphone Type
Ribbon
/ Ribbon
Who it's for
- Audio engineers and musicians seeking a rich, vintage-inspired sonic character
- Recording artists and producers valuing ease of integration with diverse studio gear
- Studio professionals and home recordists needing a flexible, high-quality microphone
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious musicians or emerging studios with limited financial resources
- Home studio users in untreated rooms or those preferring more directional patterns
- Novice engineers or performers prone to less cautious microphone usage
Performance breakdown
Sonic Character
Delivers a lush, natural warmth that flatters almost any sound source.
Build Integrity
Robust stainless steel construction ensures durability for years of studio use.
Noise Floor
Proprietary circuitry keeps self-noise impressively low for a ribbon design.
Versatility
Handles everything from delicate vocals to aggressive guitar amps with ease.
Interference Rejection
Integrated RFI filters effectively eliminate unwanted hum and signal artifacts.
Ease of Integration
Phantom power compatibility removes the need for specialized ribbon preamps.
Key Specs
Microphone Type
Ribbon
Power Source
Phantom Power
Build Material
Stainless Steel
Included Accessories
Unique shockmount, ABS flightcase
Intended Use
Vocals, Speech, Woodwind Instruments, Stringed Instruments, Guitar Amps, Overhead Miking, Room Miking, Piano, Ensembles
Connectivity Type
XLR
Transducer Type
Ribbon
Form Factor
Studio Condenser
Know before you buy
Yes, the Sigma 2 is a phantom-powered ribbon microphone. Unlike traditional passive ribbons, it uses 48V phantom power to drive its internal active circuitry, which helps it achieve higher sensitivity and a more consistent output level.
The Sigma 2 is designed to provide a natural, detailed sound with a noticeable warmth in the mid and low frequencies. It captures audio with high clarity, making it particularly effective for sources that need a smooth, rich character without harsh high-end artifacts.
Yes, it is engineered for both professional studio and live applications. The inclusion of RFI filters helps ensure an interference-free signal, which is especially beneficial in busy live environments where electronic noise can be a concern.
The Sigma 2 comes with a custom-designed shockmount to isolate the mic from vibrations and an ABS flightcase for secure storage and transport.
Because of its ribbon design and frequency response, it excels at capturing vocals, speech, woodwind and stringed instruments, guitar amps, and piano. It is also a capable choice for overhead or room miking when you want a natural, non-hyped sound.
It is built with stainless steel and manufactured in the UK to high standards. Additionally, Sontronics offers a lifetime warranty, which speaks to the build quality and the manufacturer's confidence in the microphone's longevity.
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