Used Sterling ST59 Microphone

Used Sterling Audio ST59 Class-A FET Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

Estimated Year: 2010s–Present

Made in: China

Overview

The Sterling Audio ST59 is a versatile large diaphragm condenser microphone designed for professional studio recording, broadcasting, and live sound applications. Featuring a Class-A FET circuitry design and selectable polar patterns, the ST59 delivers detailed, transparent sound with excellent transient response and low noise. This makes it an excellent choice for vocals, acoustic guitar, drum overheads, piano, and general studio use.

This microphone offers three selectable pickup patterns—cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8—giving engineers and musicians flexibility for different recording techniques. It also includes a switchable -10 dB pad for handling louder sound sources and improving headroom. The large diaphragm capsule captures rich detail and full frequency response, making it ideal for both home studios and professional environments.

Features

- Large diaphragm condenser microphone

- Class-A FET circuitry for clean, detailed sound

- Selectable polar patterns: Cardioid, Omni, and Figure-8

- Switchable -10 dB pad for loud sources

- Excellent for vocals, acoustic instruments, and overheads

- Wide frequency response for studio-quality recordings

- Durable metal housing

- Standard XLR output

- Includes foam windscreen

Condition

This microphone is in Very Good condition.

- Light cosmetic wear from normal use

- No major dents or structural damage

- Switches operate properly

- Fully tested and functions perfectly

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