Detail 01
-45 dB/Pa sensitivity
Low output for a condenser. You'll run the preamp gain high, so a quiet mixer channel matters.
Product detailSKU #1274228073835
PeaveyVCM 3 Choir Mic White
Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
White condenser mic built for choirs and other distant sources. Picks up a group from overhead rather than a single voice up close.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Choir loft or stage-front pickup in a church
- Blending into white ceilings so it stays out of sight
- School and community groups recording ensembles
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Solo vocalists wanting a close-up studio sound
- Handheld use — it isn't built to be held
- Systems without phantom power available
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
50 Hz–20 kHz response
Rolls off below 50 Hz, which cuts HVAC rumble and stage thump instead of amplifying them.
Detail 03
140 dB max SPL
It won't distort on loud sources, so a band or organ nearby won't overload it.
Detail 04
250 ohm impedance
Standard low-Z output. Works with any balanced mic input and tolerates long XLR runs.
Detail 05
White finish
Disappears against white ceilings and walls. On a dark stage it will be visible.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Condenser element needs phantom power from your mixer or preamp.
- 02Plan the mount and cable run before you buy — overhead placement is the point.
- 03Low sensitivity plus distant placement means feedback risk if monitors face it.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does this need phantom power?
Yes, it's a condenser. Your mixer or preamp has to supply phantom power on that channel.
02How far from the choir should it hang?
Close enough that you don't have to push the gain much. Its -45 dB/Pa sensitivity is low, so distance costs you level fast.
03Can I use it as a handheld vocal mic?
No. It's designed for fixed overhead placement on a distant ensemble, not close handheld work.
04Will it handle a loud room?
Yes. It's rated to 140 dB SPL, so loud organs, drums, or brass nearby won't overload the capsule.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
3 detailsSound
- Frequency Response
- 50Hz-20kHz
- Impedance
- 250 ohms
- Sensitivity
- -45dB/Pa
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- White
1 detailsOther
- Maximum SPL
- 140dB
