The amazing all-in-one microphone! Have both a professional parabolic microphone and a stereo pair microphone in one unit.

• A lightweight, 22-inch, clear polycarbonate, highly accurate parabolic dish. The dish is flexible, yet rigid enough to maintain critical shape, and thick enough for good rear sound isolation. Polycarbonate is a virtually unbreakable plastic that can withstand temperature extremes. Available in the Standard 0.060 inch thick or the Feather Light 0.030 inch thick rollable version.
• Very low noise mono parabolic mic array. The microphone array, by itself, has a noise floor of just 10dBA, which rivals standard microphones that cost >$1000. Low mic noise allows you to hear faint sounds that would normally be lost in the noise of lesser microphones.
• Two additional, forward facing, low noise, matched stereo microphones on separate channels allow wide angle (180 degree) ambient recording. No other "stereo" parabolic microphone offers this capability. The stereo pair is shielded from the parabolic dish focal point. Now with lower noise microphones with just a 12dBA noise floor.
• Patent pending integral Booster Discs increase the gain to that of a 30-inch dish. This technology also improves low frequency response by eliminating the well known "bass dip" phenomenon, achieving superior sound quality. All competing parabolic microphones have a distinctive bass response dip (500-1000Hz), with accompanying peaks and dips at higher frequencies, causing a tinny sound.
• Both balanced XLR and 3.5mm outputs are on the back panel, and you can even use the outputs simultaneously to connect multiple equipment.
• Built-in, metal 1/4-20 threads in the base of the handle allows solid, reliable, and easy mounting of the Parabolic Microphone to a tripod.
• Power the microphone using your equipment's phantom power or the internal, replaceable 9V battery. A green LED, on the back panel, lights to show power is on.
  
• A foam suspension system reduces handling noise and dampens the dish. The suspension system is a carefully thought out design that isolates major components, and not only a cushioned hand grip. Nothing makes any creaking sounds when the unit is moved during use.
• Weighing just 2 lbs 7 oz (1 lb 15 oz w/ Feather Light Dish), the lightweight unit assembles and disassembles into three smaller pieces in under a minute for ease of transport and travel. The dish is flexible so that it may be "rolled" to fit into luggage and carrying cases.
• Designed and tested to withstand severe temperature and humidity extremes.
• Shielded throughout to reduce the effects of EMI/RFI, even from cell phones.
• Optional Accessory Bars and the Secondary Windscreen can be used to extend the usability of this model.

See below for audio samples, specifications, and manual. If you need to have a headphone out, this model doesn't have one. Please see our Amplified Pro Mono or Amplified Pro Mono-Stereo Parabolic Microphones if you need a headphone output.

The Wildtronics Professional Mono-Stereo Parabolic Microphone include all the features of the Professional Mono Parabolic Microphone, plus add two additional forward facing microphones configured to capture wide-angle stereo background at the same time as the center, dish focused sound. This is a fantastic way to zoom in on a distant subject, without missing the ambient stereo sounds. You can record all three channels at once using a multi channel recorder, or use a mixer to control the left, right, center blend for a stereo recorder. With M/S encoding techniques, the stereo/mono blend can be changed during post editing. If you only have a two channel recorder, our Professional Amplified Mono-Stereo Parabolic Microphone includes a built-in pre-amp with direct headphone and line output plus a mixer that allows you to blend the ambient stereo with the single subject from the mono microphone anyway you want. Since the stereo microphone outputs are separate, they may also be used by themselves, with or without the dish installed, for a quality, low noise stereo recording. This is our premier product and is the choice of professional sound engineers, or those who want to be prepared for any future application. The combination of three low noise microphones in one convenient package gives incredible creative recording capabilities never available before.

There are no special or custom cables needed to connect the Wildtronics Mono-Stereo Parabolic Microphone to your amplifiers or recorders. Both standard, balanced XLR and 3.5mm connectors are conveniently located on the back panel. You can use 11-53 volt phantom power or the internal 9-volt battery. 9-volt battery life is about 100 hours, using all three outputs at once, so you can save battery life in your other equipment by turning off it's phantom power.

The stereo microphones use two-dimensional audio booster discs that increase the audio level and help separate the left and right channels. The sound quality and noise level of the stereo microphones is on par with some of the most expensive available, making this option an incredible value. The separator plate, between the two microphones, can be removed with thumb screws. Without the separator plate, the two microphones can be summed as an array with a mixer, or used individually to create a low noise, wide-angle, mono background microphone, in addition to the parabolic mono microphone. This is a useful feature if you only have a two channel recorder and need to capture your subject even if you do not point the dish accurately, as a backup.

Testimonial:
"I really love the well-built, amplified mono-stereo parabolic microphone, especially its ability to combine a stereo ambient recording (from the front-facing stereo mic pair) with a sharp and clean reflected parabolic signal (from the inward facing microphone element). What's amazing is that the two sound sources can be mixed together by ear for a pleasing result. The two sources can also be recorded separately. For instance, the frontal stereo microphone produces a very spacious ambient recording … perfect for someone who desires a recording of the full soundscape. In contrast, the inward-facing microphone produces a clean, un-distorted recording of the on-axis parabolic-reflected signal … perfect for someone who wants a super-clear monaural recording of a specific sound source. This is incredible. I believe this is the first parabolic microphone to allow for this degree of creative control!"

Lang Elliott,
Nature audio/photo/video author and extraordinaire
Visit Lang's incredible websites:
musicofnature.com, miracleofnature.org

Below are some audio samples recorded using the Mono-Stereo Microphone. Most use just the stereo microphones by themselves, while others have added highlights from the parabolic microphone in the center. For audio samples of only the mono parabolic microphone, see our other play list on the page describing the Mono Parabolic Microphone.

The Wildtronics Mono-Stereo Parabolic Microphone is also available as an Amplified Mono-Stereo Parabolic Microphone which adds direct headphone and line outputs, an amplified microphone output, and an audio mixer to mix the mono and stereo channels into one stereo output. The amplified models great extend the usefulness and capabilities of the parabolic microphone.

The lightweight aluminum alloy parts are powder coated for durability. A black, low reflectivity finish is used throughout to increase stealth. Optional Accessory Bar-1 Kit and Mini Accessory Bar Kit are available that allow versatile mounting of additional equipment. With the Accessory Bar-1 Kit, you can mount cameras, tripods, recorders, preamps, wireless transmitters, and install the included dual handles that give improved comfort and superb balance. The Mini Bar Kit allows mounting a hand-held recorder directly to the handle, and uses just one short cable. The Secondary Windscreen extends usability in winds up to 20MPH, and is highly recommended for outdoor use.

The Wildtronics family of microphones were developed by Bruce Rutkoski, who has professionally recorded nature sounds for over a dozen years and originated new recording techniques, in addition to an electronic and mechanical engineering background. Bruce's recordings are available through Natureguy Studio in CD and MP3 formats.

For technical information about parabolic microphones, recording, and audio noise; see our Articles section in the pull-down menus at the top of the page.

Made in the USA, RoHS lead free, with CE conformity.

Be sure to review our demo videos of the parabolic microphone on the Wildtronics You Tube Channel.

Wildtronics Mono-Stereo Parabolic Microphone Specifications PDF download.

Wildtronics 2014 Model Parabolic Microphone Instruction Manual PDF download.

Important information concerning returns:

You have 30 days to return the product to us. You will need to have an RMA number given to you by contacting us before returning the product. The product must be shipped in the original, undamaged packaging. There will be a 15% restocking fee. All returned or exchanged items must be in new condition, in their original box, and must include all packing material, blank warranty cards, manuals, and all accessories. Any damage due to use or improper packaging will be deducted from the return amount. Wildtronics, LLC is not responsible for personal data or items left in returned merchandise. You are responsible for shipping costs incurred to return the product and you will not be refunded the original shipping costs to ship the product to you.

Refunds on returned items will be issued in the same payment form as tendered at the time of purchase. Once we receive and inspect the product we will credit your account. Please allow 5-7 days for a credit to appear on your account. If payment was made by check, the refund check will not be issued before 10 business days after the date of purchase.