> It's unclear what's really going on inside the SSM, but my impression is =
that it
> is a type of spaced omni rig with very little baffling or boundaries. Is =
this
> correct?
In each mic, two capsules, one above the other, are windowed into a small c=
ylinder. That boundary creates a smooth rather broad band of boost in the "=
presence" range.
> ...Also, the lack of any substantial boundaries
> for the SSM would account for its brighter quality,
The brightness is an acoustical boost that comes from the cylinder. Klas su=
ggests that one can use it for effect, or equalize it out for lower noise.
> given the drop off of the
> low end of capsules.
I'm not aware of the low frequency response of the EM-172 capsule, but I do=
n't know any reason why it should "drop off."
> Do the capsules of the SSM need to be oriented in a particular direction?
Yes, they have significant directivity in the high frequencies.
> Can
> you give us some idea of the theory of operation?
See above.
> What exactly is the polar
> response of the SSM?
That would be very nice to have. Klas, can your University friends generate=
that?
-Dan
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