Heil Sound PR 30

Heil Sound PR 30 Description

The Heil PR 30 represents completely new dynamic microphone technology designed for a wide range of professional applications such as sophisticated recording, live sound, and commercial broadcast. Its smooth, wide frequency range sounds like a ribbon but can withstand large amounts of SPL. Outperforming the tired, 30 year old technology of the industry, the large diameter of the PR 30's dynamic element produces an outstanding upper mid range that makes the PR 30 the absolute best guitar microphone in the industry today, while still an excellent choice for reproducing the human voice.

Since 1982, Heil Sound has been the leading manufacturer of communications microphones and has a paramount understanding of phasing. When properly applied, this knowledge creates outstanding cardioid patterns with unbelievable rear rejection that removes unwanted sounds that try to enter from the off axis rear. The pattern control of the Heil PR 30 is outstanding. This exceptional performance is achieved by using the ideal combination of materials for the large low mass diaphragm and a special mixture of neodymium, iron, and boron that gives the PR 30 the strongest magnet structure available. These features allow the microphone to achieve magnificent dynamic range.

A unique screen system using two different diameter mesh screens and an internal breath blast filter allow the user to talk closely to the microphone with little worry of pops or excessive sibilance. The large diameter dynamic element is mounted in a unique Sorbothane © shock mount atop a non-resonant fixture, decoupling the element from the massive steel body. This body and the internal hum bucking coil removes any worry of using the PR 30 near monitor screens or noisy lighting fixtures and controls. The new technology of the Heil PR 30 has redefined the dynamic microphone with superior wide frequency response, the lowest presence of noise in the industry, flawless design, and elite quality expected by an innovator and leader in the field. Your ribbon microphones will now be jealous.

Heil Sound PR 30 Quick Facts

• Largest dynamic element available
• Smooth response sounding like a ribbon
• Wide frequency response
• Articulate natural mid range
• Perfect for broadcast studios
• Absolute best guitar amp microphone
• Properly positioned hum bucking coil and heavy steal case insure maximum shielding
• Assembled and tested in Illinois

Heil PR30 Review / See All ZenPro Audio Reviews Here: Review Page   The midrange has never been delivered quite so….aaahhh as with the Heil PR30. This large diaphragm cardioid dynamic mic is a new step in the right direction for moving coil mics. Bob Heil wanted to do something different, and he’s done it with his PR series of mics.   The PR30 on guitar cab is an absolute dream, the way it delivers a forward midrange sound that is just so pleasing, with an upper midrange presence that outlines everything nicely. Low end response is strong but tight and controlled, you can shove the PR30 pretty much right on the source without worrying too much about things going too crazy. The PR30 has a deep enough response to make it a welcome mic on bass cabs and even some kick drums. The top end drops off a bit above the upper midrange, not a real airy mic (most dynamics aren’t) but even on voice it sounds open enough and takes EQ well.   Conclusion: Midrange never had it so good. Every studio should have at least one PR30 for guitar cab duty if anything, it will hang with or outperform other classic dynamic mics easily. Thanks Bob for putting out something original and refreshing.