Ribbon Mics: The Good & The Bad (Cascade Fathead)

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  • MXL R144 Ribbon Microphone with Shockmount

    • UPC: 702403295280
    • ASIN: B002LASBRG
    • Brand: MXL
    • Size: 4.00 x 8.00 x 12.00 inches
    • Manufacturer: Marshall Electronics

    Incorporating a Figure-8 polar pattern and a 1.8-micron aluminum ribbon, the MXL R144 offers breathtaking sound for vocal and instrument recordings and is an excellent microphone for broadcast applications. The R144 also performs brilliantly on acoustic instruments, strings, and horns and offers high SPL capability, outstanding side rejection and p... [Read More]

  • Cascade Microphones 98-G-A FAT HEAD Ribbon Microphone, Brown Body/Gold Grill

    • UPC: 608766969816
    • ASIN: B01I3A07HE
    • Brand: Cascade Microphones
    • Manufacturer: Cascade Microphones

    Unlike most ribbon motors designed today with an offset ribbon the new Cascade FAT HEAD houses a hand-tuned ribbon element that incorporates the legendary symmetrical ribbon design. This design offers a true figure 8 pattern. The corrugated aluminum membrane itself is positioned in the center from front to back, thus producing a balanced audio inpu... [Read More]

  • Cascade Microphones 980-G-A Ribbon Microphone

    • UPC: 608766969793
    • ASIN: B01I39ZZ90
    • Brand: Cascade Microphones
    • Manufacturer: Cascade Microphones

    Unlike most ribbon motors designed today with an offset ribbon the new Cascade FAT HEAD houses a hand-tuned ribbon element that incorporates the legendary symmetrical ribbon design. This design offers a true figure 8 pattern. The corrugated aluminum membrane itself is positioned in the center from front to back, thus producing a balanced audio inpu... [Read More]

  • Beyerdynamic M160 Double Ribbon Microphone - Hypercardioid

    • ASIN: B0002SAF2S
    • Brand: beyerdynamic
    • Manufacturer: beyerdynamic

    Beyerdynamic's M 160 is a dynamic double ribbon microphone featuring a hypercardioid polar pattern, effective for all types of remote and in studio voice reproduction. In the recording studio, the M 160 is recommended for miking instruments such as violins, violas, cellos, pianos, and saxophones, as well as for hi hat and toms. Its non glare black ... [Read More]

  • sE Electronics X1R Passive Ribbon Microphone

    • UPC: 850426001941
    • ASIN: B006FVMKJ2
    • Brand: SE Electronics
    • Manufacturer: sE Electronics

    Passive Ribbon Microphone with 20Hz-16kHz Frequency Response (+/-1dB), and 135dB Maximum SPL

  • Golden Age Project R1 MKII Ribbon Microphone

    • ASIN: B004ZGQKGI
    • Brand: Golden Age Project
    • Manufacturer: Golden Age Project

    Passive Ribbon Microphone with Figure-8 Polar Pattern

  • MXL R77 Classic Ribbon Microphone with Mogami XLR Cable and Desktop Mic Stand

    • UPC: 658700916109
    • ASIN: B001VSDEJO
    • Brand: MXL
    • Manufacturer: Marshall Electronics

    The MXL R77 is a classic ribbon microphone that delivers unbelievably natural sound and stunning realism to vocal and instrument recordings. Powerful and versatile, the R77 incorporates a Figure-8 polar pattern for extended sweet spots as well as a 1.8-micron aluminum ribbon for smooth lows and natural highs. Manufactured with premium materials, th... [Read More]

  • Golden Age Project R1 Active MKIII Active Ribbon Microphone

    • ASIN: B0050DIHAC
    • Brand: Golden Age Project
    • Manufacturer: Golden Age Project

    Active Ribbon Mic with Figure-8 polar pattern, FET Buffer Amp, 10dB Pad and Highpass Filter

  • Royer Labs R-121 Large-Element Ribbon Microphone, Nickel

    • UPC: 889406174993
    • ASIN: B00328HPIM
    • Brand: Royer Labs
    • Manufacturer: Royer Microphones

    Like many of the best classic ribbon mics, the R-121 has a figure-8 pattern, output level comparable to a dynamic mic, and a warm, realistic tone and flat frequency response. But that's where the similarities end: By using advanced materials and a blend of cutting edge and old-school, hand-build construction techniques, the R-121 is an extremely ve... [Read More]

  • Cascade Microphones FAT HEAD BE Grey Body/Anodized Silver Grill

    • UPC: 608766969854
    • ASIN: B01IGPCMZ6
    • Brand: Cascade Microphones
    • Manufacturer: Cascade Microphones

    The FAT HEAD BE offers the same famous FAT HEAD sound (sonically the same as all of the other stock FAT HEAD'S) featuring the same ribbon motor and transformer - less the Molded Flight Case. It has been described by Guitar Player Magazine as the new go to microphone for recording guitar. Unlike most ribbon motors designed today with an offset ribbo... [Read More]

  • CAD Audio CADLive D82 Large Format Ribbon Side Address Microphone

    • UPC: 631922106763
    • ASIN: B00IB6HP4Y
    • Brand: CAD Audio
    • Manufacturer: CAD Audio

    D82 is a Moving Ribbon Dynamic that will give you true ribbon warmth with a bit more sparkle than you might expect in a ribbon microphone. Its exceptional frequency response along with an impressive max SPL make it perfect for delivering your custom tone.

  • Cascade Microphones 980-B-A Ribbon Microphone

    • UPC: 608766969786
    • ASIN: B01I3A04TU
    • Brand: Cascade Microphones
    • Manufacturer: Cascade Microphones

    Unlike most ribbon motors designed today with an offset ribbon the new Cascade FAT HEAD houses a hand-tuned ribbon element that incorporates the legendary symmetrical ribbon design. This design offers a true figure 8 pattern. The corrugated aluminum membrane itself is positioned in the center from front to back, thus producing a balanced audio inpu... [Read More]

  • sE Electronics Voodoo VR2 Active Ribbon Microphone

    • UPC: 850426001743
    • ASIN: B0053GPY9S
    • Brand: SE Electronics
    • Manufacturer: sE Electronics

    Active Ribbon Microphone with 20Hz-18kHz Frequency Response

  • Rode NTR Premium Active Ribbon Microphone

    • UPC: 698813004300
    • ASIN: B00SP31VRU
    • Brand: Rode
    • Manufacturer: Rode

    At first glance of the NTR you're aware that it's very special and unique - an intricate blend of art and science. Designed to hang in the world's finest recording studios and performance halls equally as well as home studio spaces, its existence is a labor of love for RODE. Every element of the NTR, from the transformer to the ribbon element itsel... [Read More]

  • Cloud Microphones CL-1 Cloudlifter 1-Channel Mic Activator

    • UPC: 094922059796
    • ASIN: B004MQSV04
    • Brand: Cloud Microphones
    • Manufacturer: Cloud Microphones

    1-channel +25dB In-line Microphone Preamplifier

  • Cloud Microphones Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator + Extra Two (2) XLR Cables Bundle

    • UPC: 700371357504
    • ASIN: B07KBT48JZ
    • Brand: The Imaging World
    • Size: CL-1
    • Manufacturer: The Imaging World

    The Cloudlifter CL-1 Mic Activator from Cloud Microphones is a compact, single-input solution for common audio problems in the field and in the studio involving low-output passive microphones, including ribbons. The CL-1 uses any standard phantom-powered mixer or microphone input device to provide up to +25 dB of clean, transparent gain. This impro... [Read More]

  • Shure 55SH Series II Dynamic Microphone (the Elvis Microphone)

    • UPC: 805232290126
    • ASIN: B0002GZKWU
    • Brand: Shure
    • Manufacturer: Shure Incorporated

    Can one actually put on a great show without a crazy-cool looking microphone on stage with them? Technically, yes. But man would the Shure SH55 UNIDYNE II take the performance over the top! Yeah, that's right, the Shure 55SH UNIDYNE II puts the finishing touches on any act that's going for the classic vibe, but needs a mic that performs up to today... [Read More]

  • MXL 550/551R Microphone Ensemble

    • UPC: 801813130232
    • ASIN: B002LASBS0
    • Brand: MXL Mics
    • Manufacturer: Marshall Electronics

    This all-in-one Recording Ensemble delivers outstanding performance for both vocals and instruments. Ideal for quality-oriented but budget-mindful musicians, the MXL 550/551R Ensemble includes the MXL 550 and MXL 551. The MXL 550 is a robust vocal condenser microphone with exceptional clarity and tonal quality. The MXL 551 instrument microphone pro... [Read More]

  • Nady RSM-5 Ribbon Microphone - Unique compact shape perfect for close miking, includes microphone clip and soft cloth pouch

    • UPC: 634343266948
    • ASIN: B000DZB8H6
    • Brand: Nady
    • Manufacturer: NADY

    The unmatched sound of a classic ribbon microphone - rich, warm and musical. With its Unique, compact shape for easy, unobtrusive microphone placement, the RSM-5 is perfect for close miking of guitar amps and cabinets, brass instruments, strings, piano, percussion, vocals, and room ambiance. It features a Low-tension 45mm long, 2-micron thick alumi... [Read More]

  • Classic Retro Dynamic Vocal Microphone - Old Vintage Style Unidirectional Cardioid Mic with XLR Cable - Universal Stand Compatible - Live Performance In Studio Recording - Pyle Pro PDMICR42SL (Silver)

    • UPC: 731215348389
    • ASIN: B00HN9A4AM
    • Brand: Pyle
    • Manufacturer: Sound Around

    PylePro Model : PDMICR42SLClassic Retro Vintage Microphone, SilverClassic Retro Dynamic Vocal Microphone, Vintage Style Vocal Mic with 16' ft. XLR Cable (Silver) Features:Classic & Iconic 'Old School' StyleBuilt-in Acoustic Pop FilterUltra-Wide Frequency ResponseHigh Signal Output for Voice ClarityInternal Cartridge Shock MountSelf-Tensioning Swive... [Read More]

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