Sontronics Halo Dynamic Microphone for Guitar Amps

Guitarists seeking that perfect amp tone without endless EQ tweaking will find their answer in the Sontronics HALO, a dynamic microphone specifically engineered for guitar amplifiers and cabinets. Designed by Sontronics founder Trevor Coley, this striking microphone features a dynamic capsule suspended on four spring mounts within a distinctive circular retro frame that looks far more exciting than traditional handheld mics positioned in front of amp grilles.

The HALO utilises the proven dynamic capsule from Sontronics’ best-selling STC-80 handheld mic, which users were already achieving stunning results with on amplifiers and vocals. The capsule has been adapted to fit the HALO’s vintage-inspired body, with circuit enhancements that allow it to capture the exact frequencies of any guitar amplifier, providing all the bite, crunch and presence guitarists desire.

Recording and gigging guitarists will appreciate the HALO’s amazingly accurate and realistic results, with a completely clean recorded signal that sits beautifully in any mix without requiring EQ adjustments. Beyond guitar amps, its frequency response and peak presence make it well-suited for other amplified string instruments like electric violin, as well as plucked instruments including banjo, acoustic guitars, bouzouki and harmonica.

While never originally designed for vocal use, the HALO has gained popularity among vocalists achieving brilliant live performance results. However, Sontronics has since developed the CORONA specifically for live vocals, offering perfect vocal results with a similar vintage aesthetic for those seeking dedicated vocal applications.