Unlike conventional air-pressure microphones, the Geophone responds to body sound. This means the microphone listens from within the material, offering a radically different auditory perspective. The result is a detailed, often otherworldly sound image. For best results, combine Geophone recordings with those from contact or standard microphones to expand your sonic palette.

Engineered for musicians, sound designers, and field recording professionals, the Geophone is suitable for capturing a wide range of sound sources, from soil and surfaces to metal, plant life, and machinery. Its applications are as broad as your imagination allows.

The Geophone includes multiple attachment options. A magnet can be threaded either directly onto the housing or onto the included clamp for connecting to metal surfaces. A steel spike is provided for secure placement in soil or soft ground. The suction cup attaches either to the base or to the clamp for smooth, flat surfaces.

An add-on pack is available that allows you to attach the sensor to an even wider range of surfaces and objects. It also enables precise adjustment of the Geophone’s angle, which directly influences its sonic response.

The Geophone is available in two versions, designed to meet different needs and budgets. The Geophone L features an extended frequency range down to 15 Hz and increased sensitivity compared to the Geophone S.

Features

• For absorbing low-frequency vibrations
• Suitable for field recording, sound design experiments, music production, Foley applications and more
• Frequency range: 28 Hz – > 1000 Hz
• Sensitivity: 28 V/m/s
• Distribution: 0.2 %
• Impedance: 1850 Ohm
• XLR plug – cable length: 2.0 m
• M4 thread for fastening
• Dimensions (L x d): 66 x 38 mm
• Weight: 210 g
• Includes transport bag, retaining clip, magnetic holder, suction cup and peg

What’s included:

• Geophone
• Hardcase with zipper
• Clamp
• Suction cup
• Steel spike

Optional add-on pack includes:

• Bow Holder – Adjustable angle clamp
• Thread adapter from M4 to 1/4″
• Special wood screw

The bow holder allows you to attach the Geophone at 90° or parallel to surfaces and also in in a variable angle. This will change the sound performance, as due to the nature of the construction of a Geophone, it will deliver slightly different results depending on the angle.

The holder features an M4 threading like the Geophone itself, so you can combine it with the magnet that comes with the Geophone. Note: please do not use the Geophone as screw-driver for the wood screw!

The add-on pack can also be purchased separately HERE