Key Features
- That highly-sought after vintage sound at a cost effective price
- Detailed frequency response ensures larger than life sound reproduction possibilities
- Comprised of a 50mm long ribbon with 2 Micron aluminium foil
- Includes removable cable and soft case
Golden Age Project R1 MKII Passive Ribbon Mic Overview
Step into the golden age of recording. The Golden Age Project R1 MKII Passive Ribbon Mic is a vintage-style ribbon microphone designed for capturing detailed vocal and instrument recordings. The R1 MKII's unique and natural sound is normally associated with classic ribbon microphones, providing a smooth high-range and an extended low-end for deep and defined bass response.
The internal ribbon is 50mm long, with it being 2 microns thick, the fast transient response is further accentuated with its ability to handle high sound pressure levels, ranging up to 160dB PSL. It features a figure-8 polar pattern, picking up audio from the front and the rear of the microphone, whilst rejecting sounds from the sides. The Golden Age R1 MK2 is ideal for recording electric guitars, vocals, strings, orchestras and more.
Product Ref: 105007
Full Description
View Full DescriptionVintage-style ribbon microphone
This premium-grade ribbon microphone captures the sound and tone of vintage microphones, similar to the RCA 44 and 77. Ribbon microphones are well known for their unique sound, resulting a silky smooth high-end and an extended low-frequency response for clearly defined bass. The natural sound is designed to capture the nuances of your performance, from a wide range of sources. The immense realism coupled with the premium-grade technology ensures optimal audio fidelity, no matter the sound source. The fast and life-like transient reproduction is coupled with the ultra-high SPL capability, making it a highly versatile ribbon microphone.
Versatile recording applications
At the core of the Golden Age R1 MKII is a 500mm long ribbon, made from 2 micron-thick aluminium foil. There is also an internal shock mount for the ribbon and magnet assembly. It features a figure-8 pattern which is designed to capture sound from the front and the back of the capsule, whilst rejecting any sound from the sides. This can be great for duets, orchestras, ensembles and more. Its versatile design means you can use it for a variety of recording applications and sound sources, from the live performances to the studio. The microphone is highly suited to recording vocals, guitars, orchestras, strings, horns, choral groups and more.
Built to last
The premium-grade components and affordable price tag make it one of the most versatile ribbon microphones on the market. The sleek design is reminiscent of vintage microphones from the late 70s and early 80s, with adjustable positioning capabilities with the side nuts. The cream finish only adds to its vintage aesthetic. It can be used with a variety of equipment including standard mixers or preamps, suited to a balanced input for optimal audio performance. The microphone comes complete with a removable microphone cable, as well as a soft transport case for storing and transporting your microphone with optimal protection.
Features
- The unmatched natural and musical sound of a classical ribbon microphone.
- A stunning realism with the feeling of “being there”.
- The typical large and mellow ribbon sound quality with a very smooth top end and an extended low end
- A fast and life-like transient reproduction
- An ultra-high SPL capability, 160 dB SPL (1 THD @ 1000 Hz) and a very good sensitivity for a ribbon microphone
- A Figure-8 directional pattern for wide sweet spots both in the front and in the back of the microphone
- Zero spots towards the sides
- A 50 mm long ribbon made of 2 microns thick aluminium foil
- Internal shock mount for the ribbon and magnet assembly
- A removable microphone cable and a soft transport case
- Manufactured of the finest materials for a great performance and long-term reliability.
- The R1 MKII can be used with any standard mixer or preamp, preferably with a balanced input
Specifications
- Type: Large ribbon geometry, pure aluminium, 2um thick, 50 x 5 mm size
- Polar Pattern: Figure 8
- Frequency Response: 30 Hz – 18 kHz +/- 3 dB
- Sensitivity: -52 dB (0 dB=1V/Pa) @ 1kHz
- Output Impedance: 600 ohm, balanced
- Recommended Load Impedance: > 3 kOhm
- Dimensions: 69x185 mm.
- Weight: 1 400 g
- Product Code: R1 MK II
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