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product_id: 8598564
title: "Astatic by CAD Audio 727-18 Dynamic Cardioid Gooseneck Microphone – 18″ Flexible Neck, XLR Quick-Mount, High SPL, Unidirectional"
brand: "astatic"
price: "VT1480"
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# 18" Gooseneck Dynamic Element 3-Pin XLR Astatic by CAD Audio 727-18 Dynamic Cardioid Gooseneck Microphone – 18″ Flexible Neck, XLR Quick-Mount, High SPL, Unidirectional

**Brand:** astatic
**Price:** VT1480
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Astatic by CAD Audio 727-18 Dynamic Cardioid Gooseneck Microphone – 18″ Flexible Neck, XLR Quick-Mount, High SPL, Unidirectional by astatic
- **How much does it cost?** VT1480 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- astatic enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Balanced Output:** Perfect for long cable runs without compromising audio quality.
- • **Cardioid Precision:** Focuses on sound from the front while minimizing background noise.
- • **Dynamic Powerhouse:** Designed for high sound pressure levels, ensuring clarity and impact.
- • **Seamless Connectivity:** Equipped with a 3-pin XLR quick mount for effortless setup.
- • **Unmatched Flexibility:** The 18" gooseneck allows for precise positioning in any setting.

## Overview

The Astatic727-18 is an 18-inch dynamic cardioid gooseneck microphone designed for professional audio applications. It features a cardioid polar pattern for focused sound capture, a 3-pin XLR quick mount for easy installation, and a dynamic element that handles high sound pressure levels, making it ideal for both live and studio environments.

## Description

Built for demanding speech applications, the 727-18’s cardioid element handles high sound pressure levels without distortion. Its gooseneck offers versatile placement, and the quick-mount design enables rapid deployment.

Review: Works good for a Church install. GREAT VALUE! - Works good for Church install. I needed a long Pulpit microphone for a Church on a budget that some previous installer used a very short condenser along with a very poor engineered sound system with not so good results. The main requirement I had when choosing this mic... the Church needed more volume out of a Pulpit condenser gooseneck mic and was on a very tight budget. The shy teenagers simply could not be heard. This mic is not a magic fix as proper gain structure, mic placement and EQ and properly trained operator is a must as Pulpit mics can be challenging especially in a small Church as feedback can be such a challenge. However, with the extra long 22" length of this mic you have a great place to start for the pulpit location when maxim gain before feedback is a goal as you can get the mic close to the mouth! I feel getting a microphone as close to the mouth as possible is half the battle so this 22" mic fit the bill. At this price this mic is at a minimum 1/3 the price of similar mics that IMO those other mics don't sound as good or hold up as well as the Astatic. I have used the Astatic / C.A.D mics for 30 years in all areas of Church installs on and off with mixed results but I have always felt good about using the Astatic mic on a Pulpit when budget is a requirement. Compared to a Shure you do need to crank the gain up on the Astatic much more but that is not an issue for me. I have never performed any scientific study but I feel I get a bit more gain before feedback with these mics. I have never had a Cad / Astatic go down on me where other brands have. When inspecting the build quality of this mic I have no idea how they build these so cheep as they look and perform so good and have a heavy quality feel. A foam wind screen is included as well as a brace like wrap thing to give the gooseneck extra strength if needed. I just received a email from a Church telling me how good this mic sounded after my install. FYI, Astatic / Cad does make a shock mount that is optional if needed but I have never used one but on a lighter thin wood Pulpit It would be a nice option but is almost as expensive as this mic. I would like to try that mount as small condensers can sound a bit thin but adding allot of low end will pick up bumps on all but the heaviest solid wood structure. Would be nice to be able to give these a little low end boost and that shock mount may help but if you have ever had a speaker hit the mic with his / her hands low end boost is not a good thing even with a shock mount as any condenser mics go boom when hit with a hand. At this price I would recommend this mic for a budget to a mid size Church, boardroom, school , etc. If your Church has $600 budget per mic you may consider others but I actually prefer this mic to the competition in the $300 to $400 range. Better sound and less feedback at a crazy low price. Why not give Astatic a try as they have been making microphones for CB Ham Radio & teller drive-in and such all my life. Highly Recommend Product and a CRAZY GREAT Price!
Review: Great as a Talkback mic! - We have a Yamaha LS-9/32 mixing console at our church, and it has no built-in talkback mic. So we needed a gooseneck mic that was long enough to plug into one of the XLR inputs on the back of the console and still reach forward to the operator. This mic works great for that purpose. It's longer than some, and it comes with a plastic stiffening tube that holds the gooseneck rigid in the middle, while allowing it to flex at either end. This is an ingenious (and unexpected) option that makes it work even better for us. The audio quality and pickup range are good enough that I plan to experiment with this mic at our pulpit and lectern to see if we should get 2 more for those locations.

## Features

- Cardioid dynamic element delivers focused speech pickup and feedback rejection.
- 18-inch flexible gooseneck provides broad reach and precise positioning.
- XLR quick-mount capsule snaps easily into standard gooseneck bases.
- High SPL handling capability makes it ideal for podiums near speakers.
- Matte-black finish blends discreetly into any AV setup.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B002UXQT9Q |
| Antenna Location | Voice Recording, Speech |
| Audio Sensitivity | 56 Decibels |
| Best Sellers Rank | #84,802 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #409 in Multipurpose Dynamic Microphones |
| Brand | Astatic |
| Built-In Media | Microphone |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Audio Mixer |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired, Wireless |
| Connector Type | XLR |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 39 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00631922103816 |
| Item Dimensions | 19.5 x 2 x 2 inches |
| Item Type Name | GOOSENECK MICROPHONE |
| Item Weight | 0.53 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | CAD Microphones |
| Mfr Part Number | 727-18 |
| Microphone Form Factor | microphone only |
| Model Name | Dynamic Gooseneck Mic |
| Model Number | AMS-727-18 |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Voice Recording, Speech |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 78 dB |
| Special Feature | XLR |
| UPC | 631922103816 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 2 years. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Astatic
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Audio Mixer
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wired, Wireless
- **Connector Type:** XLR
- **Included Components:** Microphone
- **Model Name:** Dynamic Gooseneck Mic
- **Polar Pattern:** Unidirectional
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Voice Recording, Speech
- **Special Feature:** XLR

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works good for a Church install. GREAT VALUE!
*by I***D on November 4, 2014*

Works good for Church install. I needed a long Pulpit microphone for a Church on a budget that some previous installer used a very short condenser along with a very poor engineered sound system with not so good results. The main requirement I had when choosing this mic... the Church needed more volume out of a Pulpit condenser gooseneck mic and was on a very tight budget. The shy teenagers simply could not be heard. This mic is not a magic fix as proper gain structure, mic placement and EQ and properly trained operator is a must as Pulpit mics can be challenging especially in a small Church as feedback can be such a challenge. However, with the extra long 22" length of this mic you have a great place to start for the pulpit location when maxim gain before feedback is a goal as you can get the mic close to the mouth! I feel getting a microphone as close to the mouth as possible is half the battle so this 22" mic fit the bill. At this price this mic is at a minimum 1/3 the price of similar mics that IMO those other mics don't sound as good or hold up as well as the Astatic. I have used the Astatic / C.A.D mics for 30 years in all areas of Church installs on and off with mixed results but I have always felt good about using the Astatic mic on a Pulpit when budget is a requirement. Compared to a Shure you do need to crank the gain up on the Astatic much more but that is not an issue for me. I have never performed any scientific study but I feel I get a bit more gain before feedback with these mics. I have never had a Cad / Astatic go down on me where other brands have. When inspecting the build quality of this mic I have no idea how they build these so cheep as they look and perform so good and have a heavy quality feel. A foam wind screen is included as well as a brace like wrap thing to give the gooseneck extra strength if needed. I just received a email from a Church telling me how good this mic sounded after my install. FYI, Astatic / Cad does make a shock mount that is optional if needed but I have never used one but on a lighter thin wood Pulpit It would be a nice option but is almost as expensive as this mic. I would like to try that mount as small condensers can sound a bit thin but adding allot of low end will pick up bumps on all but the heaviest solid wood structure. Would be nice to be able to give these a little low end boost and that shock mount may help but if you have ever had a speaker hit the mic with his / her hands low end boost is not a good thing even with a shock mount as any condenser mics go boom when hit with a hand. At this price I would recommend this mic for a budget to a mid size Church, boardroom, school , etc. If your Church has $600 budget per mic you may consider others but I actually prefer this mic to the competition in the $300 to $400 range. Better sound and less feedback at a crazy low price. Why not give Astatic a try as they have been making microphones for CB Ham Radio & teller drive-in and such all my life. Highly Recommend Product and a CRAZY GREAT Price!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great as a Talkback mic!
*by J***2 on January 9, 2013*

We have a Yamaha LS-9/32 mixing console at our church, and it has no built-in talkback mic. So we needed a gooseneck mic that was long enough to plug into one of the XLR inputs on the back of the console and still reach forward to the operator. This mic works great for that purpose. It's longer than some, and it comes with a plastic stiffening tube that holds the gooseneck rigid in the middle, while allowing it to flex at either end. This is an ingenious (and unexpected) option that makes it work even better for us. The audio quality and pickup range are good enough that I plan to experiment with this mic at our pulpit and lectern to see if we should get 2 more for those locations.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great talk-back mic for the money.
*by J***N on October 16, 2014*

I bought this mic as being used, but it really seemed in very good condition. It was packaged and shipped very well. Also worked as expected.

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