Audio Scope SG-5B

Battery or phantom-powered short shotgun microphone with XLR output
(Discontinued Product)


The Audio Scope SG-5B is a professional shotgun built for the rigors of field use.  It has a narrow pickup pattern and excellent off-axis rejection resulting in enhanced pickup from the front of the microphone.  Perfect for boom pole use or static mounted for broadcast, film or theater applications.

  • Professional shotgun microphone
  • Superior off-axis rejection provides enhanced front pickup
  • Powered by internal battery or phantom power
  • Long interference tube provides narrow pickup from a distance
  • Two selectable patterns - cardioid and supercardioid
  • Rugged, durable build for the rigors of field use
  • Element
    • Electret Condenser
    • 10mm x 9.3mm (±0.4mm)

  • Polar Pattern
    • Tele: Supercardioid
    • Normal: Cardioid

  • Frequency Response
    • Tele: 200Hz–16kHz
    • Normal: 70 Hz –16kHz

  • Impedance
    • 250Ω ± 30% (@ 1 KHz)

  • Operating Voltage:
    • 1.5V DC Battery (AA)
    • 9~52 V DC Phantom Power

  • Sensitivity
    • Tele: -55 dB ± 3dB
    • Normal: -72 dB ± 3dB

  • Dimensions
    • 0.87" diameter x 11.9" length (22 x 302 mm)

  • Audio Scope SG-5B microphone
  • Windscreen
  • XLR Cable
  • Hot-Shoe Mic Holder Clip
  • Tripod/Boom Pole Mic Holder Clip
  • User Guide
  • Safety and Warranty Manual