F.A.Q
We’ve tried to keep things nice and simple but if you can’t find the answer you are looking for below then just drop us a message.
INSIDE THE PeriscopE
Yep, it needs some juice to power the circuitry.
- Capsule type: Electret condenser
- Capsule diameter: 10mm
- Polar pattern: Omni
- Frequency response: 20-16000Hz
- Dynamic range: Adequate
- S/N ratio: Adequate
- Power requirements: 7mA @ 48V
- Weight: 500g / 1.1lb
- Dimensions: 245 x 90 x 35mm / 9.6 x 3.5 x 3.7″
The Periscope is designed to be as simple and quick to use as possible. The circuitry and capsule have been fine tuned to ensure that the sound you get out of The Periscope is great right off the bat – without the need to mess around with eq’s and compressors. Just plug in and record.
Using The Periscope
It would take a large amount of time (and money) to replicate the sound of The Periscope using a more traditional ‘mic + preamp + compressor’ recording chain. The Periscope can be setup easily, giving you a great sound straight away.
Immediacy. You’ve already got a great sound so you don’t need to “fix it in the mix”.
Duplicating tracks, routing and re-routing audio paths, choosing a plug-in, dialling in settings, choosing another plug-in, dialling in settings, cleaning artefacts generated by parallel compression, checking for phase issues and balancing levels can take up so much time.
The Periscope speeds up your recording and mix sessions, allowing you to focus on the music.
Hell yeah! The capsule and circuit can handle a painful amount of sound pressure – but be aware that due to circuit design the distortion factor will be quite noticeable.
Coldplay do!
But… the capsule is omni-directional and the built-in compressor is squeezing the hell out of it so you should be prepared for some serious feedback, especially in small venues where the mic is close to the PA system.
In big venues, like arenas and stadiums, where the PA system is most likely hanging far away from The Periscope, you’ll have a much better chance to achieve enough gain before feedback.
Shipping
The Periscope is available to buy direct from our shop and we ship worldwide via DHL’s Express Service.
Your order is shipped via DHL Express Service within 3 working days from payment.
Approximate delivery times:
- Europe (inc UK), USA (East Coast) and Canada (East Coast): 1-2 days
- USA (West Coast) and Canada (West Coast): 2-5 days
- The rest of the world: 5-14 days
Duties and Taxes
No you don’t. We take care of all of the taxes, duties and headaches for you.
Yes and no – it depends where you are located.
EUROPE:
Yes – Private customers within the European Union need to pay VAT, according to EU regulations.
No – Business customers outside of Finland, but within the EU, who have a valid VAT number don’t need to pay VAT. Make sure you fill your company name and its valid VAT number on checkout page.
REST OF THE WORLD:
No – All customers from outside of the European Union are not required to pay VAT.
Warranty and Returns
We don’t serve bullshit. The Periscope has a two year limited warranty that starts from the date of purchase. If you suspect your mic has an issue please drop us a message and we’ll get it sorted right away.
For more details please read more from our Terms and Conditions.
Yes. We offer a full refund within 14 days from the delivery date. No questions asked.
Simply drop us a message and we’ll email you a return label. Print it off, attach it to the parcel, and then get in touch with your local DHL agent to arrange a collection.