PolarChoice Desktop 18
Desktop gooseneck microphone, 18-inch, 4 patterns
Condenser, 4 patterns | 50 Hz to 20 kHz | 5.6 mV/Pa | Phantom 12 to 52 V | Desk base, fixed 3 m cable
PolarChoice Desktop 18
Desktop gooseneck microphone, 18-inch, 4 patterns
Condenser, 4 patterns | 50 Hz to 20 kHz | 5.6 mV/Pa | Phantom 12 to 52 V | Desk base, fixed 3 m cable
PolarChoice Gooseneck Microphones
One Mic, Four Patterns
Choose omni, cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid to suit the room, with the same on-axis sound in every pattern. Desktop, XLR and flush-mount models for boardrooms, lecterns and podiums.
PolarChoice Gooseneck Microphones
One Mic, Four Patterns
Choose omni, cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid to suit the room, with the same on-axis sound in every pattern. Desktop, XLR and flush-mount models for boardrooms, lecterns and podiums.
Electro-Voice PolarChoice Desktop 18 Product Highlights
Explore the key capabilities of the Electro-Voice PolarChoice Desktop 18 gooseneck microphone.
Four Patterns
Omni, cardioid, super and hyper from one capsule.
Full Range
50 Hz to 20 kHz, over 127 dB SPL.
High-Pass Filter
Cuts table knocks and rumble.
Mounting
Desk base, fixed 3 m cable.
Phantom Powered
12 to 52 V, under 5 mA.
Siblings
PolarChoice gooseneck microphones
Key specs
- Dual back-electret condenser
- Omni, cardioid, supercardioid, hypercardioid
- 50 Hz to 20 kHz
- Sensitivity 5.6 mV/Pa, 200 ohm
- Over 127 dB SPL
- Phantom 12 to 52 V, under 5 mA at P48
- High-pass filter
- Desk base, fixed 3 m cable
- Mute button and blue LED, automixer logic (TTL)
- Gooseneck 470 mm
Know before you buy
Quick answers about the PolarChoice Desktop 18, and how it compares.
Where does the PolarChoice Desktop 18 fit?
A free-standing desk microphone for boardrooms and councils, with a button, LED and logic wires for an automatic mixer. For a lectern with an XLR socket, PolarChoice-18+.
Which pattern should I choose?
Cardioid for one speaker, supercardioid or hypercardioid where other speakers or noise must be rejected, omni for a speaker who moves.
Does it need phantom power?
Yes, 12 to 52 V, under 5 mA at P48.
Which PolarChoice microphone?
| Model | Mounting | Patterns | Frequency response | Controls | Gooseneck |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PolarChoice Desktop 18 | Desk base, 3 m cable | Omni, cardioid, super, hyper | 50 Hz to 20 kHz | Button, LED, high-pass, automixer logic | 470 mm |
| PolarChoice-18+ | XLR socket or flush | Omni, cardioid, super, hyper | 50 Hz to 20 kHz | Button, LED, high-pass | 457 mm |
| PolarChoice-18XLR | XLR base, shock mount | Omni, cardioid, super, hyper | 50 Hz to 20 kHz | Pattern selector, high-pass | 460 mm |
All need phantom power (12 to 52 V) and handle more than 127 dB SPL.
Which Electro-Voice microphone for which job?
| Job | Pick | Type | Pattern | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live vocals, budget | PL24S | Wired dynamic | Supercardioid | None |
| Live vocals, premium | PL80A / PL80C | Wired dynamic | Supercardioid | None |
| Boardroom, lectern | PolarChoice Desktop 18 / PolarChoice-18+ | Wired condenser | 4 selectable | Phantom |
| Presenter, Masjid / Imam | RE3-ND86-5H / R300-E/B | UHF wireless | Per microphone | 2 x AA |
Who supplies Electro-Voice in the UAE, and what warranty do I get?
Protechtors General Trading LLC (hik.ae) is an authorized partner of Bosch, Dynacord and Electro-Voice in the UAE, so everything we supply is genuine and is covered by the manufacturer warranty. Warranty is carry-in: bring the unit to our office in Dubai and after inspection it is repaired or replaced as needed.
We supply Electro-Voice across the UAE and support you after the sale. Prices are quoted per project: tell us what you need and we will send a quote.