ART Phantom I

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The Phantom I delivers 48 volts of phantom power in a compact enclosure. It features an XLR input and output to connect between a microphone and preamp, and is powered by the included adapter. The Facts About “Matching” Phantom Power 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.