The StreamPath SP32CM is a small-diaphragm cardioid condenser designed for engineers and musicians who need accurate, detailed instrument capture in the studio or on stage. Acoustic guitar, piano, strings, drum overheads, hi-hat, classical and orchestral work — this is the kind of mic you reach for when transient detail and tonal honesty actually matter.

A 16 mm electret condenser capsule paired with a cardioid pattern gives you focused pickup with low self-noise (20 dB A), so quiet sources stay clean and natural without picking up unwanted room reflections or off-axis bleed. The extended 30 Hz to 18 kHz frequency response captures the full body of low-end instruments while preserving the air and shimmer in the top end — the kind of detail that makes a recording sound real instead of flat.

With a 135 dB max SPL, the SP32CM handles louder sources confidently too. Use it as a drum overhead, on a guitar cab, or under a piano lid without worrying about distortion. The all-metal construction is built to last, and the included accessories get you set up and tracking right out of the box.

Requires 9V–52V phantom power (48V recommended) from your mixer or audio interface.

Best for: Acoustic guitar, piano, strings, orchestral and ensemble recording, drum overheads, hi-hat, percussion, and live capture of acoustic instruments.

Key Features

• 16 mm electret condenser capsule for detailed instrument capture
• Cardioid polar pattern for focused pickup and reduced bleed
• Low 20 dB A self-noise for clean recordings of quiet sources
• 135 dB max SPL handles loud instruments without distortion
• Wide 30 Hz – 18 kHz frequency response
• Durable all-metal construction
• Includes windscreen and accessories for flexible setup

Technical Specifications

• Capsule: 16 mm electret condenser
• Polar Pattern: Cardioid (uni-directional)
• Frequency Range: 30 Hz – 18 kHz
• Sensitivity: -38 dB ± 3 dB (0 dB = 1V/Pa @ 1 kHz)
• Output Impedance: 100 ohms ± 30%
• Self Noise: 20 dB A
• Max SPL: 135 dB (@ 1 kHz ≤ 1% THD)
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 74 dB
• Power Requirement: 9V – 52V phantom power

What's in the Box

• SP32CM Microphone
• Microphone holder
• Windscreen
• Carrying pouch