Zeppelin Design Labs Cortado XE Contact Microphone
Capture the hidden sounds of the world with the Zeppelin Design Labs Cortado XE, a professional piezo contact microphone designed for high-fidelity recording of instruments, resonant objects, and creative sound sources. Featuring a built-in phantom-powered JFET preamp and an extended 40 Hz40 kHz frequency response, the Cortado XE delivers detailed, full-spectrum recordings with exceptional clarity for studio recording, sound design, and field recording applications.
Key Features
- Professional Piezo Contact Microphone: Captures vibrations directly from surfaces for detailed recordings of acoustic instruments, percussion, and unconventional sound sources.
- Integrated JFET Preamp: Phantom-powered (2448V) preamp provides a strong, low-noise balanced XLR output without requiring external amplification.
- Extended Frequency Response: Wide 40 Hz40 kHz range preserves everything from deep low-end resonance to ultra-high-frequency detail.
- Versatile Mounting Options: Includes reusable mounting putty for safe attachment to a wide variety of surfaces, while the all-steel housing also works with magnets or tape.
- Rugged Portable Design: Durable steel construction and compact form factor make it ideal for studio, live, and field recording applications.
What’s Included
- Cortado XE Contact Microphone
- Carrying pouch
- Reusable mounting putty
- Zeppelin Design Labs guitar pick
- Zeppelin Design Labs sticker
Whether you’re recording acoustic instruments, creating unique foley effects, or exploring experimental sound design, the Cortado XE delivers studio-quality contact microphone performance with an exceptionally wide frequency response and convenient built-in preamp, making it a versatile tool for musicians, engineers, and sound designers alike.
