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product_id: 11286769
title: "Avantone Pro CK-40 Stereo Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone"
brand: "avantone"
price: "R19643"
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reviews_count: 3
category: "Avantone"
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# Rotatable upper capsule (up to 90°) Stereo large-diaphragm FET condenser 3 selectable polar patterns Avantone Pro CK-40 Stereo Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

**Brand:** avantone
**Price:** R19643
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Capture Your Soundscape Like a Pro — Don’t Just Record, Experience It!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Avantone Pro CK-40 Stereo Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone by avantone
- **How much does it cost?** R19643 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/11286769-avantone-pro-ck-40-stereo-large-diaphragm-condenser-microphone)

## Best For

- avantone enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted avantone brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Tailored Sound Capture:** Switch effortlessly between cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 pickup patterns to perfectly match your recording environment.
- • **Custom Retro Shockmount:** Minimizes unwanted vibrations while adding a vintage aesthetic that stands out in any studio setup.
- • **Immersive Stereo Imaging:** Twin vertically aligned large diaphragms deliver crystal-clear, spatially accurate sound that puts you in the room.
- • **Pro-Grade Signal Clarity:** Class A FET circuitry ensures ultra-low noise (147 dB SNR) and uncolored, natural sound that sits perfectly in any mix.
- • **Versatile Capsule Rotation:** Rotate the top capsule up to 90° to unlock XY-Coincident, Blumlein, and M-S recording techniques for ultimate creative control.

## Overview

The Avantone Pro CK-40 is a premium stereo large-diaphragm condenser microphone featuring rotatable capsules and three selectable polar patterns (cardioid, omnidirectional, figure-8). Designed for versatile, high-fidelity recording, it offers exceptional stereo imaging and ultra-low noise performance (147 dB SNR). Its custom retro shockmount reduces vibrations while adding style, making it a top choice for professional and creative audio engineers seeking affordable excellence.

## Description

Put Avantone's CK-40 stereo FET condenser microphone up in front of sources, listen to the amazing sound you're getting, and you'll instantly realize how dedicated Avantone is to their motto "Affordable Excellence." The CK-40's twin large-diaphragm transducers are arranged vertically, so you get extraordinarily accurate stereo imaging. Beyond that, you can rotate the top capsule up to 90 degrees, to employ a range of recording techniques, including XY-Coincident, Blumlein, and M-S. With this vast range of sonic and spatial options available, it's worth trying the Avantone CK-40 on anything that makes sound. Avantone CK-40 Stereo Class A FET Condenser Microphone at a Glance: Stereo design with rotatable capsule gives you a range of sonic and spatial options Switches between three pickup patterns for tailoring your sound Stereo design with rotatable capsule gives you a range of sonic and spatial options Apart from the amazing sound you'll get from the CK-40

Review: Great mic with one complain. - Great stereo mic, the paterns are easy to setup and very realistic. The blumlein?. patern gives a sense of space while the MS allows the stereo image to be manipulated latter. The sound is uncolored and sits in the mix very nicely. I have experimented with the capsules set in the same plane and feeding one to a high level with compression, the other one lower with no compression. The sesult were a clear signal at al levels. The only criticism was, I wish they spend less money on the display case and some on the way the two sapsules mate. When you rotate them there is a very unpleasant metal on metal on metal feel and sound. A mic of this price and quality should have included a smooth rotating system. Great mic, I recomend it highly
Review: amazing microphone, great warranty support from Avantone - I bought this microphone as a way to record large percussion instruments where close-miking isn't possible. I'm really happy with it. The noise is minimal; I have to turn the input volume and the monitor nearly all the way up before hearing noise. There are many possible patterns, though this doesn't quite compare to the stereo image you'd get with an actual stereo pair. Three years after purchase the upper cartridge developed some noise and the response suffered. I sent it back to Avantone for service. They repaired it for free with a very quick turnaround (during the Covid shutdown, even!). It's now sounding as good as ever. Beautifully designed from a great company. If I need them, I'll be buying mics from Avantone in the future.

## Features

- Stereo Large-diaphgram FET Condenser Microphone with Rotatable Upper Capsule
- Cardioid/Omnidirectional/Figure-8 Pickup Patterns
- Custom Retro Shockmount

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B005KS87Y8 |
| Audible Noise | 147 Decibels |
| Audio Sensitivity | 10 Decibels |
| Best Sellers Rank | #207,878 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #2,030 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones |
| Brand | Avantone |
| Built-In Media | Microphone |
| Color | Red |
| Compatible Devices | Audio Interface |
| Connectivity Technology | XLR |
| Connector Type | XLR |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 4 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Brass,Nickel |
| Frequency Response | 2 KHz |
| Item Dimensions | 19.95 x 14.5 x 6.2 inches |
| Item Weight | 4 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Avantone Pro |
| Microphone Form Factor | Microphone Only |
| Model Name | CK-40 |
| Model Number | CK-40 |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Polar Pattern | Multipattern |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 147 dB |
| Special Feature | XLR |
| UPC | 852437001118 |
| Warranty Description | 2-Year Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Audio Sensitivity:** 10 Decibels
- **Brand:** Avantone
- **Color:** Red
- **Compatible Devices:** Audio Interface
- **Connectivity Technology:** XLR
- **Connector Type:** XLR
- **Included Components:** Microphone
- **Model Name:** CK-40
- **Polar Pattern:** Multipattern
- **Special Feature:** XLR

## Images

![Avantone Pro CK-40 Stereo Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71EXr2OQjUL.jpg)
![Avantone Pro CK-40 Stereo Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71t2dwt9BwL.jpg)
![Avantone Pro CK-40 Stereo Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81WrlOSOm+L.jpg)
![Avantone Pro CK-40 Stereo Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81zmrK26JnL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great mic with one complain.
*by S***E on March 26, 2013*

Great stereo mic, the paterns are easy to setup and very realistic. The blumlein?. patern gives a sense of space while the MS allows the stereo image to be manipulated latter. The sound is uncolored and sits in the mix very nicely. I have experimented with the capsules set in the same plane and feeding one to a high level with compression, the other one lower with no compression. The sesult were a clear signal at al levels. The only criticism was, I wish they spend less money on the display case and some on the way the two sapsules mate. When you rotate them there is a very unpleasant metal on metal on metal feel and sound. A mic of this price and quality should have included a smooth rotating system. Great mic, I recomend it highly

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ amazing microphone, great warranty support from Avantone
*by K***K on April 25, 2020*

I bought this microphone as a way to record large percussion instruments where close-miking isn't possible. I'm really happy with it. The noise is minimal; I have to turn the input volume and the monitor nearly all the way up before hearing noise. There are many possible patterns, though this doesn't quite compare to the stereo image you'd get with an actual stereo pair. Three years after purchase the upper cartridge developed some noise and the response suffered. I sent it back to Avantone for service. They repaired it for free with a very quick turnaround (during the Covid shutdown, even!). It's now sounding as good as ever. Beautifully designed from a great company. If I need them, I'll be buying mics from Avantone in the future.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing
*by O***J on April 9, 2017*

Use it for drum overheads, beautiful mic and amazing sound.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Avantone Pro CK-40 Stereo Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
- Amazon Basics XLR Male to Female Microphone Cable for Speaker or PA System, All Copper Conductors, 6MM PVC Jacket, 6 Foot, Black

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*Last updated: 2026-02-03*