Yamaha YCM705 Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Black | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Yamaha YCM705 is a professional-grade large-diaphragm condenser microphone engineered to capture the authentic character and subtle nuances of vocals and acoustic instruments with exceptional clarity. Featuring custom-designed 1-inch dual diaphragms with gold-sputtered coating, switchable pad attenuation, and integrated low-cut filtering, this versatile studio microphone delivers "True Sound" reproduction for recording artists, content creators, and home studio producers. Whether you're tracking emotive vocal performances, capturing delicate fingerstyle guitar, or recording high-SPL sources like drums and brass, the YCM705 provides professional-level results with the reliability and sonic excellence expected from Yamaha's audio engineering heritage.
Product Overview
The YCM705 showcases Yamaha's commitment to elegant design with a robust metal body featuring gracefully flowing curves inspired by fine wind instruments, finished in sophisticated matte black paint that enhances both aesthetics and durability. The substantial construction houses advanced electronics and the precision-engineered condenser capsule, while the cardioid polar pattern effectively isolates your intended sound source by rejecting ambient noise and room reflections. At 219mm tall and weighing just 0.7kg, this microphone balances professional build quality with practical studio maneuverability.
At the heart of the YCM705's exceptional performance lies its custom 1-inch dual-diaphragm condenser capsule with gold-sputtered coating, delivering extraordinary sensitivity to the breathiest vocal whispers and the most delicate instrumental articulations. The frequency response spans the full audible spectrum from 20Hz to 20kHz with balanced representation across all registers, ensuring natural tonal reproduction without artificial coloration. Yamaha's engineers conducted extensive prototyping and listening tests to optimize every aspect of the capsule's acoustic response, resulting in a microphone that faithfully captures dynamic variations, tonal shifts, and the emotional nuances that define compelling musical performances.
The YCM705 incorporates professional features that expand its versatility beyond standard condenser microphone applications. A three-position pad switch provides attenuation options of off, -10dB, or -20dB, enabling distortion-free recording of high-SPL sources reaching up to 140dB maximum sound pressure level—sufficient for close-miking drum kits, amplified instruments, and powerful brass sections. The built-in low-cut filter offers switchable frequencies at 80Hz and 160Hz to eliminate rumble from air conditioning systems, traffic noise, and other environmental low-frequency interference before it reaches your recording, simplifying the mixing process and yielding cleaner source tracks.
Ideal For
- Recording artists and vocalists seeking transparent, detailed capture of emotional performances with natural breath and dynamic expression
- Home studio producers recording acoustic guitars, pianos, and stringed instruments where finger noise and subtle playing techniques define the character
- Content creators producing podcasts, voiceovers, and streaming audio who demand broadcast-quality sound with minimal post-processing requirements
- Singer-songwriters tracking complete performances with one microphone capable of handling both intimate vocals and strummed acoustic guitar
- Multi-instrumentalists and project studio engineers needing a versatile microphone for drums, brass, woodwinds, and amplified sources with high SPL capability
Key Features
Custom 1-Inch Dual-Diaphragm Capsule
Yamaha's proprietary large-diaphragm design utilizes two precision-matched diaphragms with gold-sputtered coating to achieve superior acoustic performance and exceptional transient response. This dual-diaphragm configuration enhances frequency response characteristics while maintaining the sensitivity needed to capture breathy vocal qualities, delicate instrumental articulations, and the subtle dynamic shifts that convey musical emotion without electronic enhancement or artificial presence peaks.
Switchable Pad Attenuation
The three-position pad switch provides flexible gain reduction in -10dB and -20dB steps, transforming the YCM705 from a sensitive vocal microphone into a robust tool for high-SPL applications. With maximum sound pressure level handling of 140dB when the -20dB pad is engaged, this microphone records distortion-free audio from thunderous kick drums, screaming guitar amplifiers, and powerful brass instruments that would overload lesser condenser microphones.
Integrated Low-Cut Filter
Built-in low-frequency filtering at selectable 80Hz or 160Hz frequencies eliminates problematic rumble, environmental noise, and unwanted low-end buildup during recording rather than during mixing. This pre-capture sound optimization reduces frequency masking between instruments when tracking multiple sources, creates cleaner individual tracks for easier post-production processing, and minimizes the need for corrective EQ that can compromise overall sound quality.
Cardioid Polar Pattern
The fixed cardioid directivity pattern focuses capture on sound sources directly in front of the microphone while rejecting off-axis ambient noise, room reflections, and unwanted environmental sounds. This directional characteristic simplifies microphone placement for beginners while providing professional isolation characteristics that experienced engineers rely on for multi-track recording sessions in less-than-ideal acoustic environments.
Professional Accessory Package
Yamaha includes essential recording accessories that enhance the YCM705's performance and protect your investment—a precision shock mount isolates the microphone from mechanical vibrations transmitted through microphone stands and studio furniture, while the included pop filter effectively suppresses plosive sounds from "P" and "B" consonants during vocal recording without degrading high-frequency clarity or introducing unwanted resonance.
What's Included
- Yamaha YCM705 condenser microphone
- Custom shock mount for vibration isolation
- Professional pop filter for vocal recording
- Protective storage case
- Owner's manual with recording tips
- Yamaha warranty coverage
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Microphone Type | True Condenser (Dual-Diaphragm) |
| Capsule Size | 1-inch large diaphragm |
| Diaphragm Coating | Gold-sputtered |
| Polar Pattern | Cardioid (Fixed) |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Sensitivity | 24 mV/Pa @ 1kHz |
| Maximum SPL | 120 dB (pad off), 130 dB (-10dB pad), 140 dB (-20dB pad) |
| Dynamic Range | 128 dB |
| Pad Switch | 3-position: Off, -10 dB, -20 dB |
| Low-Cut Filter | Switchable 80 Hz / 160 Hz |
| Output Connector | XLR (balanced) |
| Phantom Power | 48V required |
| Impedance | 200 ohms |
| Body Material | Metal with matte black finish |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 219mm x 55mm x 55mm (8.6" x 2.2" x 2.2") |
| Weight | 0.7 kg (1.5 lbs) |
| Application | Vocals, acoustic instruments, drums, brass, streaming, podcasting |
Get Your Hands on This Professional Microphone Today
Experience the exceptional sound quality and versatile performance of the Yamaha YCM705 condenser microphone at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our knowledgeable audio specialists can demonstrate the microphone's capabilities and help you determine if it's the perfect solution for your recording needs. Visit our showroom, contact us by phone, or check our website to learn more about this professional studio microphone and explore our complete selection of recording equipment.