Continuously-variable pattern condenser overhead microphone system with remote polar control and carbon fiber miniature boom. The variable polar pattern with remote control allows the user to precisely adjust the shape of the pick-up pattern for best performance from a remote location. Utilizing a two-conductor shielded cable (maximum length of 2000ft) between the microphone head and the pattern-control box, the user can adjust the polar pattern in real time without changing capsules, microphone positions or inducing noise in the audio chain.