Aston Microphones Element｜Ridyon — The Hybrid Sound of an Active Moving Coil
The Aston Microphones Element is an active moving-coil microphone that uses the exclusive Ridyon capsule and a cardioid polar pattern, combining the high SPL tolerance of dynamic designs with the detailed resolution of condensers. It includes a dedicated shock mount and a magnetic metal pop filter; plug into an interface and start recording right away. Ideal for singing, spoken vocals, podcasting, streaming, and instrument miking.
Key Features
- Active Moving Coil design, combining the durability of dynamics with the resolution of condensers
- Exclusive Ridyon capsule technology for a natural, transparent, and impactful tone
- Cardioid pattern effectively rejects off-axis and rear noise, improving pickup purity
- Requires +48V phantom power; provides ample output, low noise, and is easy to drive
- Voice tuned via extensive blind-listening tests to better match practical recording needs
- Includes a dedicated shock mount and a magnetic metal pop filter for out-of-the-box readiness
- Standard 3-pin XLR connector, compatible with a wide range of interfaces and preamps
- Suitable for vocals, voice-over, podcasts, streaming, acoustic instruments, and guitar cabinets
Specifications
| Brand / Model | Aston Microphones Element |
| Microphone Type | Active Moving Coil |
| Capsule Technology | Ridyon technology |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz–20 kHz |
| Power Requirement | +48V Phantom Power |
| Output Connector | 3-pin XLR, balanced analog output |
| Output Impedance | Low-impedance balanced |
| Included Accessories | Dedicated shock mount, magnetic metal pop filter |
| Typical Applications | Vocals, Podcasts/Streaming, Voice-over, Acoustic instruments, Guitar cabinets |
| Connectivity Compatibility | Compatible with most recording interfaces, preamps, and mixing console XLR mic inputs |
