Make your studio and live sessions come alive with the Manley Reference cardioid microphone. The Manley Reference features capacitor controlled condenser microphone technology that is known for its snappy transient response capabilities, making it a favorite for drum and vocal work. Backed up by a -10dB pad that cuts the volume and prevents distortion, you're almost guaranteed to create amazing tones time after time. Featuring cardioid sound capture patterns that pick up every nuance of sounds from the front but reject those from the back and sides, the Manley Reference allows you to fine tune your arrangements in ways only limited by your imagination and personal needs. You'll be impressed by the wired XLR cabling technology that prevents high impedance issues while simultaneously acting as a strong deterrent to electrical interference.