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Sterling Audio ST159 Facts: 137 Specifications & 43 Highlights

Thinking of upgrading your setup? The Sterling Audio ST159 brings 137 specs & features to the table — including killer features like general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces.

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General Information

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Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The Sterling Audio ST159 is a large-diaphragm multi-pattern condenser microphone that delivers warm, smooth sound with flexible cardioid, omnidirectional, and figure-8 pickup options for diverse recording tasks. Its switchable high-pass filter, pad, and included shock mount make it a versatile choice for studio and home recording setups.

Specifications & Facts 137

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The Sterling Audio ST159 isn’t just hype — we’ve listed all 137 specs including fan-favorite general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces, price, and comparisons to other microphones. Vote with your ears!

General Information 18

Sterling Audio ST159 Intended Use

What is the intended use?

61 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Studio, Live, Speech, Instrument, Voice Recording

70 Microphones in this range Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Instrument, Streaming

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

This microphone is intended for a wide range of uses, including Studio recording, Live performances, capturing Speech, miking Instruments, and general Voice Recording.

Describes the primary application area.

Sterling Audio ST159 Form Factor

What is the form factor?

48 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Side-Address

48 Microphones in this range Handheld

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

Featuring a Side-Address form factor, this microphone is designed for vocals and instruments, allowing sound to be picked up from the side of the capsule.

Describes the physical style of the microphone.

Sterling Audio ST159 Polar Pattern Type

What is the polar pattern type?

68 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Cardioid, Omnidirectional, Figure-8

69 Microphones in this range Cardioid

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

This microphone offers versatile polar patterns, including Cardioid, Omnidirectional, and Figure-8, allowing adaptation to various recording environments and sound sources.

Identifies the default pickup pattern.

Sterling Audio ST159 Connectivity Type

What is the connectivity type?

38 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Wired, XLR

49 Microphones in this range Wired, XLR

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Sterling Audio ST159

This microphone offers Wired connectivity primarily through an XLR interface, ensuring a reliable and high-quality analog audio connection.

Defines how the microphone connects to devices.

Sterling Audio ST159 Mounting Type

What is the mounting type?

78 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Shock Mount

53 Microphones in this range Clip

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone utilizes a Shock Mount for mounting, which effectively isolates it from vibrations and handling noise, ensuring cleaner recordings.

The typical mounting or support style.

Sterling Audio ST159 Recording Application Category

What recording applications is it best for?

82 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Streaming, Field Recording

82 Microphones in this range Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Streaming

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

This microphone is categorized for professional use in Studios, Live events, Podcast production, Broadcasting, Streaming, and Field Recording.

Specific contexts where the mic is best suited.

Dimensions & Weight 10

Sterling Audio ST159 Width

What is the width?

2.1 inch 0 Votes
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2.93 inch (Average)

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The microphone's width measures 2.1 inch (5.33 cm), providing a compact yet robust form factor suitable for various setups.

The microphone’s overall width.

Sterling Audio ST159 Capsule Diameter

What is the capsule diameter?

1.34 inch 0 Votes
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1.01 inch (Average)

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Sterling Audio ST159

The large diaphragm condenser microphone utilizes a capsule with a diameter of 1.34 inch (3.40 cm), designed for capturing detailed and rich audio.

The diameter of the microphone capsule.

Sterling Audio ST159 Grill Diameter

What is the grill diameter?

2.1 inch 0 Votes
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1.97 inch (Average)

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Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone features a grill diameter of 2.1 inch (5.33 cm), which affects its sound capture characteristics and physical presence.

The diameter of the protective microphone grill.

Sterling Audio ST159 Height

What is the height?

7.7 inch 0 Votes
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5.4 inch (Average)

The microphone’s overall height.

Sterling Audio ST159 Weight

What is the weight?

1.3 lbs 0 Votes
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0.87 lbs (Average)

The microphone’s physical weight.

Sterling Audio ST159 Depth

What is the depth?

2.1 inch 0 Votes
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2.68 inch (Average)

The microphone’s overall depth.

Audio Performance 26

Sterling Audio ST159 Directionality

What is the directionality?

43 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Omnidirectional, Cardioid

44 Microphones in this range Unidirectional

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone provides both Omnidirectional and Cardioid patterns, offering flexibility to capture sound from all directions or focus on a specific source while rejecting off-axis noise.

General pickup orientation.

Sterling Audio ST159 Transformer/Transformerless Design

What design does it use?

48 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Transformer

91 Microphones in this range Transformerless

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone features a Transformer design, which can contribute to a specific sonic character and impedance matching.

The electrical coupling approach used.

Sterling Audio ST159 Sensitivity

What is the sensitivity?

-34 dBV/Pa 0 Votes
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-43.12 dBV/Pa (Average)

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone has a sensitivity of -34 dBV/Pa, indicating its efficiency in converting acoustic pressure into an electrical signal. A less negative value generally means a more sensitive microphone.

Output level relative to sound pressure.

Sterling Audio ST159 Signal-to-Noise Ratio

What is the SNR?

78 dB 0 Votes
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75.25 dB (Average)

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Sterling Audio ST159

A signal-to-noise ratio of 78 dB indicates that the microphone produces a clear audio signal with minimal background noise.

The clarity ratio between signal and background noise.

Sterling Audio ST159 Stereo/Mono Mode

What mode is supported?

8 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Mono

12 Microphones in this range Mono

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone operates in Mono mode, making it suitable for single-channel audio capture in most recording scenarios.

Determines recording mode.

Sterling Audio ST159 Overload Point

What is the overload point?

140 dB 0 Votes
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122.91 dB (Average)

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

With an overload point of 140 dB, the microphone can handle very loud sound sources without introducing distortion, making it suitable for high-SPL environments.

The SPL level where overload occurs.

Connectivity & Interfaces 10

Sterling Audio ST159 Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

38 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes XLR

47 Microphones in this range XLR

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone's connection interface is XLR, a professional standard for analog audio signals, ensuring robust and interference-resistant connections.

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

Sterling Audio ST159 Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

Yes 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone supports phantom power, which is a necessary external power source for its operation as a condenser microphone.

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

Sterling Audio ST159 Balanced/Unbalanced Output

What is the output type?

38 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Balanced

28 Microphones in this range Balanced

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone provides a Balanced output, which helps to minimize noise and interference over long cable runs, crucial for professional setups.

Defines the type of electrical signal output.

Sterling Audio ST159 XLR Pin Configuration

What is the XLR pin configuration?

98 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Standard

95 Microphones in this range Standard

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The microphone uses a Standard XLR pin configuration, ensuring compatibility with most professional audio equipment.

Specifies XLR wiring configuration.

Sterling Audio ST159 Shielding Against RF Interference

Is there RF shielding?

Yes 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

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Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone is shielded against RF interference, minimizing unwanted noise and ensuring a clean audio signal, especially in environments with strong radio frequency signals.

Indicates built-in protection against RF interference.

Sterling Audio ST159 Cable Detachable

Is the cable detachable?

Yes 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the cable can be detached or replaced.

Power & Battery 6

Sterling Audio ST159 Phantom Power Requirement

What is the phantom power requirement?

48 Volt 0 Votes
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37.82 Volt (Average)

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone requires 48 Volt phantom power for operation, which is a standard power requirement for most professional condenser microphones.

Specifies the phantom power voltage needed.

Sterling Audio ST159 Power Source

What is the power source?

53 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Phantom

40 Microphones in this range Phantom

Defines how the microphone is powered.

Sterling Audio ST159 Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

Sterling Audio ST159 Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

Sterling Audio ST159 External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

Yes 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

Sterling Audio ST159 Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features 18

Sterling Audio ST159 Multi-Mode Switch

Does the microphone have a multi-mode switch?

Yes 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

A multi-mode switch is included, allowing users to select between different operational modes for varied recording scenarios.

Shows whether the microphone includes a switch to toggle between different recording modes or polar patterns.

Sterling Audio ST159 Onboard Controls

What onboard controls are available?

63 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Switches

61 Microphones in this range Switches

Types of direct physical controls.

Sterling Audio ST159 Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

Sterling Audio ST159 Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

Sterling Audio ST159 Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

Sterling Audio ST159 Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

Build & Design 17

Sterling Audio ST159 Finish/Coating

What finish/coating does it have?

58 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Rugged Metal

66 Microphones in this range Matte

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone features a Rugged Metal finish/coating, indicating durability and resistance to wear in various environments.

Exterior treatment or surface finish.

Sterling Audio ST159 Body Material

What is the body material?

78 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Metal

64 Microphones in this range Metal

The main structural material of the microphone body.

Sterling Audio ST159 Shock Mount

Is a shock mount included?

Yes 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibrations.

Sterling Audio ST159 Pop Filter

Is a pop filter included?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a pop filter is provided for plosive reduction.

Sterling Audio ST159 Windscreen

Is a windscreen included?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a windscreen is included for wind noise control.

Sterling Audio ST159 Water Resistance

Is it water resistant?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic is resistant to water.

Package & Accessories 12

Sterling Audio ST159 Packaging Type

What is the packaging type?

18 Sterling Audio ST159 0 Votes Box

18 Microphones in this range Box

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The product is presented in a Box packaging type, ensuring safe transit and a standard retail presentation.

Defines how the product is packaged.

Sterling Audio ST159 Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

Yes 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

Sterling Audio ST159 Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

Sterling Audio ST159 Cables

Are cables included?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if connecting cables are provided.

Sterling Audio ST159 Adapters

Are adapters included?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

States if adapter(s) are included (e.g., XLR to 3.5mm).

Sterling Audio ST159 Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a clip for attaching to stands/instruments is included.

Certification & Compliance 6

Sterling Audio ST159 Warranty

What is the warranty period?

1 years 0 Votes
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1.73 years (Average)

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone comes with a 1-year warranty, providing assurance and support against manufacturing defects.

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

Sterling Audio ST159 FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

Yes 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone has received FCC/CE approval, confirming its compliance with essential safety and electromagnetic compatibility standards for sale in various regions.

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

Sterling Audio ST159 Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

Sterling Audio ST159 Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

Sterling Audio ST159 RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

Yes 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

Sterling Audio ST159 Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features 14

Sterling Audio ST159 Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

Yes 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Sterling Audio ST159
Sterling Audio ST159

The microphone features multi-pattern switching, providing flexibility to change polar patterns and adapt to diverse recording environments and sources.

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

Sterling Audio ST159 DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

Sterling Audio ST159 AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

Sterling Audio ST159 Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

Sterling Audio ST159 Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

Sterling Audio ST159 Recording Profiles

Does it have recording profiles?

No 0 Votes Sterling Audio ST159

Yes Microphones in this range

Predefined sound settings for specific uses.

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Sterling Audio ST159 Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

Crisp and professional 0 Votes
Good and clear 0 Votes
Average clarity 0 Votes
Distorted and unclear 0 Votes

Sterling Audio ST159 Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

Blocks out most noise 0 Votes
Handles noise fairly well 0 Votes
Reduces some noise 0 Votes
Picks up everything 0 Votes

Sterling Audio ST159 Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

Excellent — Over 20 hours 0 Votes
Long lasting — 10 to 20 hours 0 Votes
Decent — 5 to 10 hours 0 Votes
Short — 2 to 5 hours 0 Votes
Very short — Under 2 hours 0 Votes

Sterling Audio ST159 Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

Highly durable — Over 4 years 0 Votes
Solid — 2 to 4 years 0 Votes
Average — 1 to 2 years 0 Votes
Very fragile — Less than 1 year 0 Votes

Sterling Audio ST159 Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

Ultra-light — Under 150 grams 0 Votes
Lightweight — 150 to 300 grams 0 Votes
Medium — 300 to 500 grams 0 Votes
Heavy — 500 to 800 grams 0 Votes
Very heavy — Over 800 grams 0 Votes

Sterling Audio ST159 Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

Plain and boring 0 Votes
Somewhat okay 0 Votes
Nice looking 0 Votes
Stylish and modern 0 Votes

Sterling Audio ST159 Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

Great value for money 0 Votes
Pretty good price 0 Votes
Fair deal 0 Votes
Kinda pricey 0 Votes
Crazy expensive 0 Votes

Sterling Audio ST159 Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

Very sensitive — Detects quiet sounds clearly 0 Votes
Sensitive — Captures a wide sound range 0 Votes
Moderate — Picks up normal voice levels well 0 Votes
Low — Needs to be close to sound source 0 Votes
Very low — Struggles to capture soft voices 0 Votes

Sterling Audio ST159 Frequency Response Range

What do you think about the frequency response range of this microphone?

Wide range — 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 Votes
Good range — 30 Hz to 18 kHz 0 Votes
Decent range — 40 Hz to 16 kHz 0 Votes
Limited range — 50 Hz to 14 kHz 0 Votes
Narrow range — Above 60 Hz only 0 Votes

Sterling Audio ST159 Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

Excellent — Always stable, no dropouts 0 Votes
Good — Works smoothly with rare issues 0 Votes
Decent — Occasional minor disconnections 0 Votes
Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0 Votes
Poor — Frequently loses connection 0 Votes

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