Comparison of MXL 4000 and Sterling Audio ST59 FET

Attribute	Sterling Audio ST59 FET ×	MXL 4000 ×
Max Diameter (mm)	46	59
Self-Noise (dB)	22	20
SPL/Self-Noise Ratio	6.55	6.5
Impedance (Ohm)	200	200
Sound Pressure Level (SPL) (dB)	144	130
Phantom Voltage (V)	48.00	48.00
Weight (g)	680	725
Pads	-10dB Pad	-10dB
Filters	HPF: -12dB/octave @ 75 Hz	HPF: -6dB/octave @ 150Hz
Sensitivity (mV/Pa)	32	15
Range (Hz)	20 - 18,000	20 - 20,000
Pickup Pattern	Bidirectional Cardioid Omnidirectional	Bidirectional Cardioid Omnidirectional
Brand	Sterling Audio	MXL
Name	Sterling Audio ST59 FET	MXL 4000
Interfaces	3-pin XLR male	3-pin XLR male
Diaphragm Diameter (mm)	26	25
Requires Phantom Power	+	+
Length (mm)	190	240
Capsule Diameter (mm)	32	-
Diaphragm Gauge (micron)	3	6