VINTAGE
KING'S
With a clear goal of creating microphones that stand apart from the classic German designs, Nordic Audio Labs has introduced several standouts, including the NU-24K and NU-100K. To set the brand apart, Head Designer and CEO Martin Kantola focused on developing proprietary technology, including innovative circuitry and a custom capsule design.
Both the NU-24K and NU-100K are built around Nordic’s FloFET technology, a unique circuit that recreates the sonic character of tube microphones without the use of tubes or transformers. This is complemented by the custom D100K capsule, a 30mm large-diaphragm, edge-terminated design built for precision, consistency, and detail.
To explore the sonic differences of the NU-24K and NU-100K, Vintage King headed to the Scramble Shack just outside of Detroit, Michigan to track a number of sources. Listen below to hear the mics on performances from Olivia Dear (Vocals), Mike Leslie (Vocals), Takashi Iio (Piano, Upright Bass), Dustin McLaughlin (Electric Guitar), and Bryan Reilly (Acoustic Guitar, Drums).
Want to listen deeper? Check out the full tracks from our Nordic Audio Labs NU-24K and NU-100K video below.
Nordic Audio Labs NU-24K Tech Specs
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Frequency Response: 17Hz to 27kHz (-3dB)
Sensitivity: 18mV/Pa
Self Noise: 17.6 dBA with 6dB/oct roll-off towards 2kHz
Max SPL: 136dBA
Power Requirement: +48V phantom power
Output Impedance: 22 Ohms
Weight: 0.8 lbs
Length: 7.55"
Diameter: 1.5"
Nordic Audio Labs NU-100K Tech Specs
Polar Pattern: Cardioid, Omni, Figure-8
Frequency Response: 20-20.000Hz (-5/0dB)
Sensitivity: 14.8mV/Pa
Self Noise: 17 dBA
Max SPL: 137dBA
Power Requirement: +48V phantom power
Output Impedance: 22 Ohms
Weight: 0.9 lbs
Length: 7.57"
Diameter: 1.5"
