The Aston Origin is a budget-minded cardioid condenser microphone with an impressive transparent timbre and stunning UK build quality. This large diaphragm workhorse makes use of an innovative headbasket with a "Wave-Form" structure surrounding integrated knit-mesh pop screen to deal with internal resonances and standing waves, as well as plosives when tracking a vocal to aid in its neutral pickup. When you're working the mic up close, take advantage of the switchable pad and bass rolloff switches to protect your preamp from overload and your sound from becoming too boomy. As flat as can be from low to high frequencies, the Origin offers amazing realism and just a hint of sparkle and character to make your tracks shine.