Fixed-cardioid large diaphragm condenser. The ‘A’ is the most basic of the CMH8 series, with no externally switchable filter or pad features. (An internal switch enables a high-pass filter.) The mic uses a single, one-inch, 3 micron evaporated-gold diaphragm. The circuitry is a transformer-coupled FET design. A dual-layer mesh protects the capsule. The aluminum body has a “champagne silver” finish. The mic ships with HM8 hardmount and A3 hardcase.