Apex 185 Matched-Pair Pencil Condenser Microphones – Multi-Pattern Small-Diaphragm Set

Studio-grade clarity with switchable hypercardioid & omnidirectional capsules plus onboard pad and roll-off.
Experience pristine, low-noise recordings on vocals, acoustic instruments or drum overheads with these matched Apex 185 pencil condensers. Easily swap between hypercardioid and omni capsules to suit any source, and tame hot or bass-heavy signals without extra gear using the built-in –10 dB pad and 80 Hz low-cut filter. Their gold-sputtered diaphragms deliver transparent detail, and the rugged metal chassis stands up to studio and stage use alike.
 
Condition:
Little to no surface wear on the bodies; no dents, corrosion, or functional issues. All switches click sharply, capsules seat securely, and signal paths are clean and noise-free.
 
Includes:
2× Apex 185 mic bodies
2× omnidirectional capsules
2× cardioid (hypercardioid) capsules
2× Apex IMC-9 shockmounts
2× foam windshields
1× custom foam-lined carrying case
Original box and packaging
 
Features
Interchangeable multi-pattern capsules: omni & hypercardioid
Onboard –10 dB pad and 80 Hz low-frequency roll-off switch
Gold-sputtered 2 µm diaphragm for low noise and high SPL performance
Matched-pair tolerance ≤ 1 dB for accurate stereo imaging
Rugged all-metal chassis with standard XLR output
 
Customer Reviews
“These Apex 185s capture every nuance—smooth highs, tight lows, and stereo imaging is on point.”
— ★★★★★ M.G.
 
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What phantom power do they require?
A: Standard 48 V DC via XLR.
Q: How effective is the pad and roll-off?
A: The –10 dB pad handles loud sources; the 80 Hz switch removes rumble or proximity boom.
Q: Are they suitable for live use?
A: Yes—durable chassis, shockmounts, and foam windsocks make them stage-ready.
Q: What’s the self-noise level?
A: Approximately 16 dBA A-weighted, ideal for critical studio work.