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Electro Voice RE520 Facts: 113 Specifications & 33 Highlights

Musicians rated the Electro Voice RE520 based on 113 specs & features. From general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces to hidden gems, see what stood out and why.

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General Information

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Dimensions & Weight

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Audio Performance

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Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The Electro-Voice RE520 premium condenser vocal microphone delivers detailed, natural sound with excellent feedback control for professional live performances. Designed for touring vocalists, the Electro-Voice RE520 live condenser microphone excels on loud stages, worship environments, and broadcast-quality applications.

Specifications & Facts 113

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We laid out the Electro Voice RE520’s 113 features, including popular picks like general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces. Also covered: pricing, performance, and microphones comparisons.

General Information 18

Electro Voice RE520 Intended Use

What is the intended use?

82 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes Live, Voice Recording

63 Microphones in this range Studio, Live, Podcast, Broadcast, Instrument, Streaming

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

This microphone is intended for Live performances and Voice Recording, excelling in capturing clear vocals in various environments.

Describes the primary application area.

Electro Voice RE520 Compatibility

Which devices or platforms are compatible?

21 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes Mixer, PA System, Audio Interface

38 Microphones in this range Mixer, Audio Interface, PA System

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The microphone is compatible with a Mixer, PA System, and Audio Interface, allowing integration into various sound setups.

Lists supported platforms and devices.

Electro Voice RE520 Mounting Type

What is the mounting type?

44 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes Stand, Clip

47 Microphones in this range Clip

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

It supports Stand and Clip mounting types, offering versatile placement options for different recording or live scenarios.

The typical mounting or support style.

Electro Voice RE520 Product Type

What is the product type?

79 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes Condenser

62 Microphones in this range Condenser

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

Electro Voice RE520 Model Name

What is the model name?

55 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes RE520

55 Microphones in this range Super 55 Deluxe

The specific product identifier from the manufacturer.

Electro Voice RE520 Series/Line

What series/line does it belong to?

69 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes RE Series

55 Microphones in this range Evolution Series

Identifies the product line or collection the microphone belongs to.

Dimensions & Weight 5

Electro Voice RE520 Weight

What is the weight?

0.73 lbs 0 Votes
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1.23 lbs (Average)

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The microphone weighs 0.73 lbs, which converts to approximately 0.33 kg, making it comfortable for handheld use.

The microphone’s physical weight.

Electro Voice RE520 Width

What is the width?

1.95 inch 0 Votes
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2.83 inch (Average)

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The microphone has a width of 1.95 inch, equivalent to about 4.95 cm.

The microphone’s overall width.

Electro Voice RE520 Depth

What is the depth?

1.95 inch 0 Votes
Electro Voice RE520
3.38 inch (Average)

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The microphone has a depth of 1.95 inch, which is approximately 4.95 cm.

The microphone’s overall depth.

Electro Voice RE520 Height

What is the height?

7.6 inch 0 Votes
Electro Voice RE520
7.42 inch (Average)

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The microphone has a height of 7.6 inch, which translates to approximately 19.30 cm.

The microphone’s overall height.

Electro Voice RE520 Mounting Thread Size

What is the mounting thread size?

89 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes 5/8"

68 Microphones in this range 5/8"

The thread size for mounting compatibility.

Audio Performance 12

Electro Voice RE520 Frequency Response (Min)

What is the minimum frequency response?

40 Hz 0 Votes
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32.87 Hz (Average)

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

It captures low frequencies down to 40 Hz, providing a full and rich sound profile for various instruments and voices.

The lowest frequency the mic can capture.

Electro Voice RE520 Max SPL

What is the maximum SPL?

150 dB 0 Votes
Electro Voice RE520
138.49 dB (Average)

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The RE520 can handle extremely loud sound sources up to 150 dB SPL without noticeable distortion, making it ideal for live vocals and instruments in high-energy environments. This higher clipping level ensures your recordings remain clean and undistorted even when performers sing or play at maximum volume.

The maximum loudness before distortion.

Electro Voice RE520 Equivalent Noise Level

What is the equivalent noise level?

17 dB 0 Votes
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15.76 dB (Average)

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

It features a low equivalent noise level of 17 dB, ensuring clean audio capture with minimal self-noise from the microphone.

The self-noise generated by the microphone.

Electro Voice RE520 Output Impedance

What is the output impedance?

200 ohm 0 Votes
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486.61 ohm (Average)

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The microphone has an output impedance of 200 ohm, which is suitable for connecting to professional audio equipment with matching impedance inputs.

Electrical resistance of the microphone’s output.

Electro Voice RE520 Stereo/Mono Mode

What mode is supported?

19 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes Mono

30 Microphones in this range Mono

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

It operates in Mono mode, capturing a single channel of audio, which is typical for vocal and instrument microphones.

Determines recording mode.

Electro Voice RE520 Output Level

What is the output level?

-45 dBV/Pa 0 Votes
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-41.18 dBV/Pa (Average)

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The microphone's output level is -45 dBV/Pa, which helps in matching it with the input sensitivity of preamplifiers.

The output voltage relative to input pressure.

Connectivity & Interfaces 10

Electro Voice RE520 Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

39 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes XLR

40 Microphones in this range XLR

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The microphone utilizes an XLR connection interface, the professional standard for balanced audio signals, ensuring robust and interference-free transmission.

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

Electro Voice RE520 Ground Lift Switch

Does it have a ground lift switch?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

A ground lift switch is not present on the microphone itself, which would typically be found on a DI box or audio interface.

Prevents ground loop hum in audio systems.

Electro Voice RE520 Cable Detachable

Is the cable detachable?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the cable can be detached or replaced.

Electro Voice RE520 Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

44 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes Analog, Balanced

43 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Lists output signal formats available.

Electro Voice RE520 Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

Electro Voice RE520 Balanced/Unbalanced Output

What is the output type?

99 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes Balanced

73 Microphones in this range Balanced

Defines the type of electrical signal output.

Power & Battery 6

Electro Voice RE520 Phantom Power Requirement

What is the phantom power requirement?

48 Volt 0 Votes
Electro Voice RE520
45.74 Volt (Average)

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

It requires 48 Volt phantom power, a standard power source for most condenser microphones, supplied by mixers or audio interfaces.

Specifies the phantom power voltage needed.

Electro Voice RE520 Power Source

What is the power source?

79 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes Phantom

53 Microphones in this range Phantom

Defines how the microphone is powered.

Electro Voice RE520 Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

Electro Voice RE520 Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

Electro Voice RE520 External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

Electro Voice RE520 Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features 18

Electro Voice RE520 Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

Monitoring mix control is not an integrated feature, so an external mixer or audio interface is needed for direct monitoring adjustments.

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

Electro Voice RE520 App/Software Integration

Is it integrated with software/apps?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

There is no dedicated app or software integration for this microphone, as it is a professional analog device.

Works with companion apps or software.

Electro Voice RE520 EQ Presets

Does it have EQ presets?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The microphone does not feature onboard EQ presets, allowing for a neutral sound capture that can be shaped externally.

Pre-configured equalization modes.

Electro Voice RE520 Onboard Controls

What onboard controls are available?

38 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes Switches

31 Microphones in this range Switches

Types of direct physical controls.

Electro Voice RE520 Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

Electro Voice RE520 Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

Build & Design 15

Electro Voice RE520 Finish/Coating

What finish/coating does it have?

69 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes Polyurethane

42 Microphones in this range Matte

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The microphone features a Polyurethane finish, providing a durable and aesthetically pleasing surface.

Exterior treatment or surface finish.

Electro Voice RE520 Body Material

What is the body material?

54 Electro Voice RE520 0 Votes Zinc

49 Microphones in this range Metal

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The microphone's body is constructed from Zinc, a durable material that provides robust protection for internal components.

The main structural material of the microphone body.

Electro Voice RE520 Windscreen

Is a windscreen included?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

A windscreen is not included with the microphone, which may need to be purchased separately for outdoor or close-mic applications to reduce plosives and wind noise.

Whether a windscreen is included for wind noise control.

Electro Voice RE520 Detachable Mount

Is the mount detachable?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The design features a detachable mount, allowing for flexible setup options and easy storage or transport.

If the mount can be detached for flexibility.

Electro Voice RE520 Shock Mount

Is a shock mount included?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a shock mount is included to reduce vibrations.

Electro Voice RE520 Pop Filter

Is a pop filter included?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a pop filter is provided for plosive reduction.

Package & Accessories 9

Electro Voice RE520 Carrying Case

Is there a carrying case included?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

A dedicated carrying case is included with the microphone, ensuring safe and convenient transportation and storage.

Whether a protective carrying case is part of the package.

Electro Voice RE520 Adapters

Are adapters included?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The product includes necessary adapters, ensuring compatibility with various equipment setups.

States if adapter(s) are included (e.g., XLR to 3.5mm).

Electro Voice RE520 Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

Yes 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The microphone includes a mounting clip, providing a secure way to attach it to a stand for versatile positioning.

Whether a clip for attaching to stands/instruments is included.

Electro Voice RE520 Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

Electro Voice RE520 Cables

Are cables included?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if connecting cables are provided.

Electro Voice RE520 Extra Windscreen

Is an extra windscreen included?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if a spare windscreen is included.

Certification & Compliance 6

Electro Voice RE520 Warranty

What is the warranty period?

3 years 0 Votes
Electro Voice RE520
2.8 years (Average)

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

The product comes with a 3 year warranty, providing assurance of its quality and durability from the manufacturer.

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

Electro Voice RE520 Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

Electro Voice RE520 Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

Electro Voice RE520 FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

Electro Voice RE520 RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

Electro Voice RE520 Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features 14

Electro Voice RE520 Firmware Upgrade Support

Does it support firmware upgrades?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Electro Voice RE520
Electro Voice RE520

As an analog microphone, firmware upgrade support is not applicable to this device.

Ability to update functionality via firmware.

Electro Voice RE520 Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

Electro Voice RE520 DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

Electro Voice RE520 AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

Electro Voice RE520 Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

Electro Voice RE520 Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

No 0 Votes Electro Voice RE520

Yes Microphones in this range

Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

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Electro Voice RE520 Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

Crisp and professional 0 Votes
Good and clear 0 Votes
Average clarity 0 Votes
Distorted and unclear 0 Votes

Electro Voice RE520 Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

Blocks out most noise 0 Votes
Handles noise fairly well 0 Votes
Reduces some noise 0 Votes
Picks up everything 0 Votes

Electro Voice RE520 Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

Excellent — Over 20 hours 0 Votes
Long lasting — 10 to 20 hours 0 Votes
Decent — 5 to 10 hours 0 Votes
Short — 2 to 5 hours 0 Votes
Very short — Under 2 hours 0 Votes

Electro Voice RE520 Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

Highly durable — Over 4 years 0 Votes
Solid — 2 to 4 years 0 Votes
Average — 1 to 2 years 0 Votes
Very fragile — Less than 1 year 0 Votes

Electro Voice RE520 Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

Ultra-light — Under 150 grams 0 Votes
Lightweight — 150 to 300 grams 0 Votes
Medium — 300 to 500 grams 0 Votes
Heavy — 500 to 800 grams 0 Votes
Very heavy — Over 800 grams 0 Votes

Electro Voice RE520 Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

Plain and boring 0 Votes
Somewhat okay 0 Votes
Nice looking 0 Votes
Stylish and modern 0 Votes

Electro Voice RE520 Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

Great value for money 0 Votes
Pretty good price 0 Votes
Fair deal 0 Votes
Kinda pricey 0 Votes
Crazy expensive 0 Votes

Electro Voice RE520 Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

Very sensitive — Detects quiet sounds clearly 0 Votes
Sensitive — Captures a wide sound range 0 Votes
Moderate — Picks up normal voice levels well 0 Votes
Low — Needs to be close to sound source 0 Votes
Very low — Struggles to capture soft voices 0 Votes

Electro Voice RE520 Frequency Response Range

What do you think about the frequency response range of this microphone?

Wide range — 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 Votes
Good range — 30 Hz to 18 kHz 0 Votes
Decent range — 40 Hz to 16 kHz 0 Votes
Limited range — 50 Hz to 14 kHz 0 Votes
Narrow range — Above 60 Hz only 0 Votes

Electro Voice RE520 Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

Excellent — Always stable, no dropouts 0 Votes
Good — Works smoothly with rare issues 0 Votes
Decent — Occasional minor disconnections 0 Votes
Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0 Votes
Poor — Frequently loses connection 0 Votes

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