Audix OM3XB High Output Hypercardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone

The OM3xb, first introduced in 1989, is the original VLM Technology high output vocal microphone 

An American-made, hand held vocal microphone designed for live performance, the 
OM3xb is characterized with: 

• a hypercardioid pickup pattern and 
• a uniform frequency response of 50-18kHz. 

An excellent choice for any size stage, the OM3-xb can provide over 25 dB of feedback rejection off-axis and is able to handle extremely high levels of gain without distortion. 

• Transformerless design, low impedance, and balanced output allow interference-free performance even with long cable runs. 
• The OM3xb produces a highly accurate, natural sound with slight bass proximity. 
• A dentresistant spring-steel grill and sound pressure handling capabilities in excess of 144dB add to the OM3xb's road-worthiness.
• The OM3xb’s tight pattern and high off-axis rejection offer unmatched gain beforefeedback at an affordable price. The high rejection also allows multiple miking in tight quarters (i.e. small clubs) with little bleed through or feedback. 
• The OM3xb has added warmth in the lower mid-bass and a slight boost in the mid-range; 
• it sounds particularly full and clear on small-to-mid size PA systems without having to add EQ or pad the sensitivity. 
• Microphone placement is not an exact science and depends on the room size, the PA system, and the musicians.