OVERVIEW
The Aries is a professional condenser microphone designed specifically to capture live vocals with the highest quality. While condenser microphones offer much better responsiveness than dynamic mics, they are usually confined to the studio because their sonic sensitivity is accompanied by handling sensitivity. Now M-Audio's proprietary internal shock-mounting technology allows the Aries to deliver studio fidelity while minimizing handling noise and standing up to the rigors of the road and live performance. Use the Aries with confidence either during live performance or recording in the studio.

USES
- record vocals
- live performance

OUR OPINION
The Aries is a great mic option, because it does the job of two separate mics (performance and recording), and performs well in each category. The Aries is especially useful for vocalists (ie hip-hop emcess) that like to hold the mic while recording. M-Audio asks: why settle for the average sonic quality of a dynamic on stage when you can have the superior quality of a condenser?

- studio-quality condenser design
- internal shock mount and pop filter
- solid brass capsule with evaporated gold diaphragm
- cardoid pattern for clarity and minimal feedback
- 20Hz-20kHz frequency response
- 3-pin XLR (phantom powered)

- case
- hard mount

• manufacturer's website

reviewed by the mgmnt