Exceptional Clarity and Detail
The microphone captures sources with remarkable clarity and precision, ensuring that every nuance of vocals and acoustic instruments is reproduced with stunning accuracy and minimal distortion.
KEY FEATURES
The Kerwax K-24F is a large diaphragm transformerless FET condenser microphone featuring a 34 mm CK12-style capsule, cardioid polar pattern, 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response, 15 mV/Pa sensitivity, 200-ohm output impedance, and 140 dB SPL handling, engineered for transparent, high-resolution capture of vocals and acoustic instruments.
Overview
The Kerwax K-24F combines a Schoeps CMC-inspired circuit design with a large diaphragm architecture, delivering the speed and precision of small diaphragm electronics alongside the tonal depth of a 34 mm capsule. This hybrid approach results in a microphone that captures sources with exceptional clarity while retaining a natural sense of body and musicality.
The transformerless design maintains a direct signal path, allowing the microphone to reproduce transient detail with accuracy and minimal distortion. This ensures reliable performance in critical recording scenarios where sonic integrity remains essential.
Capsule and Sound Character
The K-24F employs a CK12-style capsule that defines its balanced and refined tonal profile. It captures a full frequency range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, producing controlled low-end response, detailed midrange articulation, and smooth high frequencies. The microphone avoids harshness in the upper register, allowing it to manage sibilance effectively without compromising clarity.
This capsule design enhances spatial detail and depth, making the microphone particularly suitable for capturing vocals and acoustic instruments. The cardioid polar pattern focuses on the intended source while reducing unwanted ambient noise, supporting precise and consistent recordings.
Performance and Handling
The Kerwax K-24F delivers a sensitivity of 15 mV/Pa, providing a strong and usable output level for professional preamplifiers. It handles sound pressure levels up to 140 dB, allowing it to capture louder sources without distortion while maintaining clarity and control.
The 200-ohm output impedance ensures stable signal transmission across various studio setups, including longer cable runs. The microphone operates on standard 48 V phantom power, ensuring compatibility with modern recording equipment.
Construction and Design
The K-24F features a durable black-coated finish that complements its professional aesthetic. Kerwax builds each unit by hand in France, using high-quality, locally sourced components to ensure consistency and reliability. This meticulous construction process reflects a strong focus on detail and long-term performance.
A practical swivel mount allows flexible positioning during sessions, while the included 3/8-inch to 5/8-inch adapter ensures compatibility with a wide range of microphone stands. The packaging remains simple and functional, emphasising the craftsmanship of the product itself.
Applications
The Kerwax K-24F performs effectively across a wide range of studio applications. It captures vocals with precision and smoothness, reproduces acoustic instruments with natural detail, and handles high SPL sources without compromise. Its transparent character makes it suitable for both tracking and mixing environments.
Why Choose Kerwax K-24F
- Achieves clear and natural recordings with minimal need for post-processing
- Captures vocals with controlled sibilance and refined high frequencies
- Handles both subtle acoustic sources and high-volume instruments confidently
- Ensures reliable performance through hand-built construction in France
- Integrates easily into professional setups with standard phantom power
- Maintains focus on the source with an accurate cardioid pickup pattern
- Large diaphragm FET condenser microphone
- Transformerless design
- Schoeps CMC-inspired circuit
- 34 mm CK12-style capsule
- Cardioid polar pattern
- Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz
- Sensitivity: 15 mV/Pa
- Output impedance: 200 ohms
- Maximum SPL: 140 dB
- Smooth high-frequency response
- Controlled sibilance
- Suitable for vocals and acoustic instruments
- Black-coated finish
- Includes swivel mount
- Includes 3/8-inch to 5/8-inch adapter
- Requires 48 V phantom power
- Handcrafted in France
- High-quality, locally sourced components
- Approximate weight: 400 g
- Supplied in cardboard box
- UK over £99 FREE
- UK under £99 £10
- EU £36
- Rest of World £80
Large/Heavy items: Extra charges may apply (e.g., consoles, large monitors). We’ll contact you before processing if so.
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KEY BENEFITS
Versatile High SPL Handling
With a sound pressure level handling of up to 140 dB, this microphone confidently captures both subtle and loud sources without compromising on clarity or control.
Durable Hand-Built Quality
Each unit is meticulously hand-built in France using high-quality components, ensuring long-term reliability and performance that meets the demands of professional recording environments.