Detail 01
Dynamic with neodymium magnet
No phantom power needed. Handles high volume and rough handling better than a condenser, at the cost of high-frequency detail.
Product detailSKU #1290447863760
Heil SoundPR 22 UT (Utility)
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Utility-version dynamic cardioid built for close-miked loud sources. For live vocals, kick drum, and toms where a condenser would be too fragile or too open.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Live vocals through a loud stage monitor setup
- Close-miking kick drum, toms, or a guitar cabinet
- Broadcast or podcast voice work in an untreated room
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Capturing airy detail on acoustic guitar or cymbals
- Distant or room miking — dynamics need to be close
- Anyone wanting a USB mic that plugs straight into a computer
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
50Hz–18kHz response
Rolls off below 50Hz, which naturally trims stage rumble and floor thump on a loud stage.
Detail 03
-55dB output level
Fairly low output. Cheap preamps may need to be pushed near maximum gain, which can add hiss on quiet sources.
Detail 04
600 ohm balanced output
Standard balanced impedance. Runs long XLR cable to the board without noise pickup or high-end loss.
Detail 05
Cardioid with front-to-back rejection
Rejects what's directly behind it, so you can point the back at a wedge monitor to reduce feedback.
Detail 06
Stainless steel mesh grill
Survives being knocked over, dropped in a gig bag, and repeated stage handling.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Needs an XLR cable and a preamp or mixer input — neither included
- 02Utility version; check what mount or clip is in the box
- 03Very low output means you need clean preamp gain available
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does the PR 22 UT need phantom power?
No. It's a dynamic mic and works off any standard mic input. Phantom power on the channel won't harm it, but it does nothing.
02What does UT mean?
Utility. It's the stripped-back version of the PR 22, so accessories and packaging differ from the standard model. Verify what mount ships with yours.
03Can I use it on kick drum?
Yes. A cardioid dynamic with a 50Hz low end handles kick well, though you'll get less sub-thump than from a dedicated kick mic.
04Will it work with a USB interface?
Yes, through any XLR mic input. You'll need a decent preamp since output is low at -55dB.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsSound
- Polar Pattern
- Cardioid, uniform front-to-back discromination
- Frequency Response
- 50Hz-18kHz
- Impedance
- 600 ohm, balanced
3 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black
- Body Finish
- Black with stainless steel mesh grill
- Finish
- Black with stainless steel mesh grill
2 detailsConnections & power
- Output Connection
- 3-pin XLR
- Output Level
- -55dB @ 1kHz
1 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 14
1 detailsOther
- Generating Element
- Dynamic with strong neodymium magnet assembly
