Warm classic tube sound No dedicated power supply or special cable needed; operates exclusively on 48V DC phantom power Large-diaphragm cardioid condenser element provides high sensitivity and smooth sound reproduction with low noise levels Hand-selected tubes are individually tested and aged to maintain peak performance Shock-mounted tube assembly dampens mechanically-coupled vibrations Precision-machined, nickel-plated brass, acoustic element baffle provides enhanced element stability and optimal sensitivity Large coupling transformer provides superior low-frequency linearity State-of-the-art design and manufacturing techniques ensure compliance with A-T's stringent consistency and reliability standards Includes AT8458 shock mount and protective pouch
The MANLEY GOLD REFERENCE MULTI-PATTERN MICROPHONES are a statement, quite simply, of the finest microphones that money can buy in the pursuit of truly accurate musical recordings. The Gold Reference Series employ our own design of large capsules (1.25 inch overall, 1 inch diaphragm diameter) which are executed to precise tolerances made possible by modern micro-milling machinery available today in California. The capsule rings and back-plates are milled from solid brass. The gold diaphragm film comes from Germany and is tensioned using proprietary techniques by David Josephson ensuring capsule-to-capsule constancy, combined with the speed, "air", and superb ultra-high frequency response you have only dreamt about.
The MANLEY GOLD REFERENCE MULTI-PATTERN MICROPHONES are a statement, quite simply, of the finest microphones that money can buy in the pursuit of truly accurate musical recordings. The Gold Reference Series employ our own design of large capsules (1.25 inch overall, 1 inch diaphragm diameter) which are executed to precise tolerances made possible by modern micro-milling machinery available today in California.
Multi-Pattern Large Diaphragm Vacuum Tube Condenser Microphone
The brand new Icis valve tube condenser is stunning. Stunning looks, stunning design, stunning sound, and at a stunning price. Sharing the same large 1.07” gold Edge Mount diaphragm as the Z5600 with a fixed cardioid pattern, everything about the ICIS is designed to capture the warmest most detailed vocal take imaginable. Coupled with absolutely beautiful looks that will inspire any singer the ICIS valve microphone may just be the most important mic in your studio