Death Cab for Cutie performing with Cascade ELROY's

 

Stop by our booth to view the new C77 Ribbon Microphone

   AES Pre-Show Special offer

Cascade Microphones Ribbon Microphone

 

 

International customers please email us for this special offer

AES Convention

Booth 1243 Moscone Center S.F. Oct. 2-5 2008


 

Special offer to edeals subscribers

All orders will automatically include a free Cascade Tech. Bag and 10 ft. XLR Microphone Cable 

 

 


Price increased on September 1st. $249.00.

AES Special Price: $199.00

The Cascade FAT HEAD II offers the natural and open sound associated with the finest ribbon microphones. You will find that when recording acoustic guitars, guitar cabinets, vocals, drum over-heads, and countless other types of instruments, the ribbon microphone will produce the warmth that is vital to today's digital recording environment. We firmly believe you will also agree that this microphone will make a great addition to your collection.

Frequency Response and Polar Pattern w/ Stock Transformer

Specifications:

  • Type: Ribbon (velocity) Microphone

  • Ribbon type & Dimensions: 99% Pure aluminum, 2.5 micron, 1 3/4" (L) X 3/16" (W)

  • Polar pattern: Figure 8 Symmetrical design

  • Sensitivity: -56 db +/- 2 dB (0 dB=1V/Pa)

  • Frequency response: 30 to -18,000 Hz (+/- 3dB)

  • Output Impedance: <=200 Ohms

  • Recommended load impedance: >1000 Ohms

  • Max.SPL (1% THD @1000 Hz): 165 dB

  • Connector: 3-Pin male XLR

  • Size: Diameter: 3” (O.D. grill), overall length 6 1/2”, 7/8" (O.D. body)

     

Includes:

  • FAT HEAD II Ribbon Microphone

  • Premium suspension shockmount

  • Wood box with heavy-duty latch and hinges

  • Aluminum case

  • Micro-fiber storage bags

  • Micro-fiber cleaning cloth

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    $199.00 FAT HEAD II


 

FAT HEAD II Stereo Pair w/ Blumlein Bar

 

 Shown in Blumlein Configuration

 

 

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Detailed Frequency Response and Polar Pattern Measurements

Includes:

  • 2 x FAT HEAD II Ribbon Microphone

  • 2 x Premium suspension shockmount 

  • Blumlein - Stereo Adaptor Bar

  • Upgrade aluminum case

  • Micro-fiber storage bags

  • Micro-fiber cleaning cloth

 

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FAT HEAD

The Cascade FAT HEAD offers the natural and open sound associated with the finest ribbon microphones. You will find that when recording acoustic guitars, guitar cabinets, vocals, drum over-heads, and countless other types of instruments, the ribbon microphone will produce the warmth that is vital to today's digital recording environment. We firmly believe you will also agree that this microphone will make a great addition to your collection.

We inspect the audio and built quality of each and every Cascade microphone before it leaves our shop, once you try one...you'll be a believer.

Frequency Response and Polar Pattern w/ Stock Transformer

Specifications:

  • Type: Ribbon (velocity) Microphone

  • Ribbon type & Dimensions: 99% Pure aluminum, 2.5 micron, 1 3/4" (L) X 3/16" (W)

  • Polar pattern: Figure 8 Symmetrical design

  • Sensitivity: -56 db +/- 2 dB (0 dB=1V/Pa)

  • Frequency response: 30 to -18,000 Hz (+/- 3dB)

  • Output Impedance: <=200 Ohms

  • Recommended load impedance: >1000 Ohms

  • Max.SPL (1% THD @1000 Hz): 165 dB

  • Connector: 3-Pin male XLR

  • Size: Diameter: 3” (O.D. grill), overall length 6 1/2”, 7/8" (O.D. body)

     

Includes:

  • FAT HEAD Ribbon Microphone

  • Premium suspension shockmount

  • Wood box with heavy-duty latch and hinges

  • Aluminum case

  • Mirco-fiber storage bag

  • Micro-fiber cleaning cloth

     

    Choose Color
    $159.00 FAT HEAD

    FAT HEAD Stereo Pair w/ Blumlein Bar

    Brown body/gold grill

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349.00 FAT HEAD Stereo Pair w/Blumlein Bar

GOMEZ

Assembled in the USA

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  Specifications and Measurements

The Cascade Microphones "Gomez" Michael Joly Edition features a renowned Lundahl ribbon mic transformer, custom PC board, high-quality Switchcraft XLR connector and Evidence Audio ™ LYRIC HG wire with IGL copper. The microphone is packaged in a sturdy and attractive aluminum case with shock mount. It comes with a signed and dated "Certificate of Performance" documenting a multi-step inspection, assembly and performance approval process - including certification of proper ribbon tension.

 

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$499.00 GOMEZ

 


731R

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Frequency Response and Polar Pattern

Includes:

  • 731R dual ribbon microphone
  • High quality 30ft. right angle 3-pin XLR (F) to straight XLR  (M) microphone cable
  • Jewelers quality wood box with two heavy-duty polished nickel latches and hinges

  • Upgrade aluminum case

  • Micro-fiber cleaning cloth

    $229.00 731R


    VICTOR

        Black body/ silver grill                  NEW Brown body/gold grill

The Cascade Victor ribbon microphone features a 2 7/16" long ribbon of aluminum suspended in the field of a strong permanent magnet. When the ribbon is exposed to sound it vibrates within the magnetic field and a tiny current is induced in the ribbon. This current is amplified to produce sound. What makes ribbon microphones so incredibly sensitive and accurate is that the signal comes directly from the material that senses the sound; nothing is lost in translation. The result is the most intimate, warm, and articulate sound produced by any type of microphone. Ribbon microphones are an excellent choice for recording guitar cabinets, drum overheads and vocals.

Features:

  • Vintage audio quality of a classic ribbon microphone
  • Ribbon type & Dimensions: 99% Pure aluminum, 2.5 microns, 2 7/16" (L) X 3/16" (W)
  • Smooth, natural extended low and high ends
  • Fast, accurate transient response
  • 165dB SPL capability
  • Figure-8 pickup pattern
  • Wide, extended sweet spots
  • Increased off-axis high-frequency response on sides
  • Ideal for stereo microphone setups
  • Machined housing with advanced internal shockmount construction
  • Yoke microphone stand mount
  • Connector: Standard 3 Pin XLR (Use your own favorite XLR (M) to XLR (F) cable)
  • Evidence Audio ™ LYRIC HG wire with IGL copper
  • Aluminum flight case and soft padded carrying case supplied

 

$169.00 VICTOR Black body/nickel grill
$189.00 VICTOR Brown body/gold grill


VIN-JET

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Detailed Frequency Response and Polar Pattern

Includes:

  • Suspension shockmount
  • Thick padded storage pouch
  • Upgrade aluminum case
  • Micro-fiber cleaning cloth
  • Polished nickel grill
  • Polihhed nickel nut
  • Evidence Audio ™ LYRIC HG wire with IGL copper

 

$199.00 VIN-JET

X-15

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Specifications:

  • Type: Stereo  Ribbon (velocity) Microphone
  • Ribbon type & Dimensions:99% Pure aluminum, 2 X 2.5 micron, 1 3/4" (L) X 3/16" (W)
  • Polar pattern: Figure 8
  • Sensitivity: -51.7 dB +/- 2 dB (2.6 mV/Pa)
  • Frequency response: 30 to -18,000 Hz (+/- 3dB)
  • Output Impedance: <=200 Ohms
  • Recommended load impedance: >1000 Ohms
  • Max.SPL (1% THD @1000 Hz): 165 dB
  • Connector: Heavy gauge 5-Pin male XLR

    Includes:

    • Cascade X-15 Stereo Ribbon Microphone

    • Specifications and measurements from Cross-Spectrum Labs

    • Premium Suspension mount

    • Wind filter

    • 30ft. 5-Pin XLR cable

    • Metal splitter box

    • Thick padded vinyl pouch

    • Upgrade aluminum case

    • Micro-fiber cleaning cloth

    Applications: Drum overheads, guitar cabinets, acoustic guitars, horns, piano, room ambiance, Percussion, choir, Orchestra.

    Note:

    • As with all ribbon type microphones, the X-15 is not suitable for instruments that produce air-pressure, i.e. kick drum or blowing directly into the grill.

Cross Spectrum Labs

X-15 Detailed Frequency Response and Polar Pattern Measurements

 

  X-15 Cut Sheet

 

 


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Cascade M39 Stereo Pair - 22mm Small Condenser


The Cascade M39 is a cardioid condenser that has a 22mm diameter diaphragm. The Cascade M39 has a silky, open audio quality with a wide dynamic range essential for accurate, instrument recording and is ideal for use as drum over heads, hi-hat, snare, or acoustic instruments such as guitar and piano. The M39 features a high SPL rating of 137 dB and is capable of capturing even the loudest of audio sources. The M39 is a compact microphone that is great for recording a wide range of instruments and is in use in professional and project studios around the world.  
 
Note: In additional to the exceptional audio quality that these microphones exhibit, they also offer an anodized exterior finish that is superb.
 
Specifications:
  • 22mm diameter diaphragm
  • Power: P24V or P48V Phantom Power
  • 10dB switchable attenuation, selectable
  • -10dB low-frequency roll-off
  • Phasing: Positive pressure on diaphragm generates a positive voltage on pin #2 relative to pin #3
  • Generating Element: Externally Biased Condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Unidirectional (Cardioid)
  • Frequency Response: 30 Hz - 20 kHz
  • Sensitivity: -56 dB 0dB=1V/uBar @ 1 kHz
  • Impedance: Low (Less than 200 Ohms)
  • Equivalent Noise Level: +14 dB (A-weighted)
  • Connector: 3-Pin male XLR
  • Weight: 135 Grams
     
     
Includes:
  • Stereo Pair Cascade M39 22mm cardioid condenser microphone
  • 2 x Standard style microphone mounting clip
  • Molded plastic case with EVA foam
  • Micro-fiber cleaning cloth
     
     
      Cascade M39 $149.00