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Cascade X-15 Stereo Ribbon Microphone
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The X-15 stereo ribbon sounds good, has smooth character and is quite a deal at $399.
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by John Gatski, 6.15.2008
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I liked the sound because it was pretty smooth in the critically sensitive high-mid/low treble hearing frequencies without that hyped stridency you can get from a condenser with the broader treble rise.
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Samson VR88 Active Velocity Ribbon Microphone
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Old-school ribbon sound in a new-school package
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by Rob Tavaglione, 6.15.2008
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In a crowded field of affordable ribbon mics, it was wise for Samson to add a full complement of accessories where their competitors sometimes include nothing more than a stand mount.
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Berliner U77 Multipattern Tube Microphone
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The U77 is an admirable choice as your one and only truly high-end tube microphone.
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by Dan Wothke, 6.15.2008
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Overall, this is a very well designed and constructed mic with no low dollar Asian components.
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Heil Sound PR-22 Handheld Microphone
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by Karl Bader, 6.15.2008
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The latest from Heil maintains the great clarity of the PR-20 with reduced handling noise.
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HOLOPHONE PortaMic 5.1
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5.15.2008
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The PortaMic’s encoder, equipped with Dolby Laboratories’ Dolby Pro Logic II encoding technology, provides a low profile when connected to the camera, offering an uninterrupted sightline.
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NADY SYSTEMS HM-20U headset microphone
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5.15.2008
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A full frequency microphone, the HM-20U has a durable, thin metal frame that can be easily molded to any user. Its ergonomic design and comfortable fit allow it to be used with or without glasses, hats, or headphones.
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CASCADE AUDIO Vive Surround Microphone
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4.15.2008
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Mounts easily to camcorders to record in true surround sound in a single step.
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JZ MICROPHONES Black Hole PE Condenser Mic
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4.15.2008
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This new version can manage also an operatic soprano at close range.
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Sennheiser MKH 8040 Microphone
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The 8040 emerges a recommended, standard, small-diaphragm condenser for nearly all applications.
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by Rob Tavaglione, 3.15.2008
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Elegantly satisfies a number of needs with its focus on sonic accuracy and a simplistic, flexible design.
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Brauner VMA Large-Diaphragm Microphone
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With the flip of a switch, the VMA becomes one of two distinctive and truly high-end Brauner Microphones.
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by Russ Long, 3.15.2008
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The VMA achieves each of its individual sounds through unique circuitry and biasing, not with filter networks.
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LAUTEN AUDIO LT-381 Microphone
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3.15.2008
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It is an exquisitely crafted work-of-art and a remarkable fusion of
form and function.
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DPA 4017 Shotgun Microphone
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This condenser brings impressive musicality to short shotgun mic users everywhere.
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by Russ Long, 2.15.2008
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The 4017’s condenser capsule uses a high voltage pre-polarized back plate that gives the mic a high output as well as low distortion and low noise.
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Mojave MA-100 Small-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
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This sonically distinct, pleasing tube model stakes another rightful claim for David Royer.
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by Russ Long, 1.15.2008
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David Royer is best known for his Royer Labs ribbon microphone designs. But in 1985, before there ever was a Royer Labs, he founded Mojave Audio in the garage of his home.
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Blue Woodpecker Active Ribbon Microphone
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This unique microphone made of aluminum and wood is a rare bird, indeed.
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by Rob Tavaglione, 1.15.2008
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Crossing over into different materials, Blue has introduced a new dimension of microphone. And even if the above intro is silly the featured mic deserves a serious look.
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sE Electronics 2200A Condenser Microphone
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This updated version of one of sE’s earliest models may well become The People’s Mic.
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by Stephen Murphy, 1.15.2008
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The original 2200 was remarkable primarily for its low entry price, which provided access for those on lower-budgets to an all-around quality large-diaphragm mic. The significantly improved 2200A now flips that equation on its head.
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Violet Flamingo Magic Ear
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This “shockingly good” large diaphragm condenser uses a brow-raising capsule shape.
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by Russ Long, 1.15.2008
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Violet claims that the irregular shape of the Magic Ear’s transducer removes circular resonances and reflections, resulting in a warm, clean, natural, resonance-free tone.
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AKG D 4 Instrument Microphone
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1.15.2008
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Among many of the new microphones unveiled at NAMM 2008, the AKG D 4 is notable.
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Violet Amethyst Vintage Dual Large-Diaphragm Condenser
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This well-designed, carefully crafted Latvian mic is “a first pick for solo vocals of all kinds.”
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by Rob Tavaglione, 11.15.2007
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The $1,295 Amethyst Vintage (AV) is a dual-diaphragm electrostatic condenser specifically designed to have a “warm, classic sound, not unlike legendary vintage studio microphones.”
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Neumann KM D Digital Microphone
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Neumann may have improved upon perfection with the new KM D series.
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by Russ Long, 10.15.2007
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The concept of a digital microphone opens the door to a whole realm of possibilities … as well as potential problems.
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sE Titan Multi-Pattern FET Condenser Microphone
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A titanium driver gives this versatile, affordable beast of a FET the flavor of a classic ‘47.
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by Russ Long, 10.15.2007
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Since launching its condenser mic line in Europe in 2003, sE has become the number one microphone brand in the UK and the fastest growing brand in all of Europe.
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