“What makes these microphones B-Stock?”
The issues you may discover are purely aesthetic and cosmetic issues such as: Printing errors with the text or graphics; small scratches or blemishes on the microphone and/or the aluminum case. Aside from these minor issues the microphones are new and pass all of our inspections.
FAT HEAD II Short Ribbon Microphone
FAT HEAD II ACTIVE - PASSIVE RIBBON MICROPHONE
The FAT HEAD II Active/Passive ribbon microphone is a first for this type of design. This unique feature allows the user to have the option to switch between either mode with a simple flick of an internal switch. The Active mode requires phantom power and will add up to 20db of gain, (this opens up the option to use this microphone with a wide range of preamps). The use of a very low noise differential amplifier circuit provides high gain while keeping the noise level low. We have optimized the circuit to preserve the warm, open, detailed tone of our Active/Passive ribbon mic by choosing operating conditions and electronic components that minimize tonal alterations. The active devices in the mic are factory matched for minimum distortion.
By isolating the output of the ribbon from the microphone preamp the ribbon is consistently loaded at an optimal value resulting in less ribbon loading coloration. This set-up is extremely quiet and can handle 135 dB SPL. The Passive mode is best utilized with high gain preamps that are capable of powering the microphone with sufficient gain and eliminated the self noise that is usually evident in low gain preamps. Extremely long cable runs with minimal signal loss is possible due to the low-impedance output of the FAT HEAD II ACTIVE/PASSIVE, in addition, the ribbon element is resistant to damage by phantom power.
***In Passive mode, this microphone will be sonically equivalent to our Fat Head series of microphones.
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Reg Price- $599.00 Special Offer $499.00
Includes:
- Active/Passive ribbon microphone
- Premium suspension mount
- Padded storage pouch
- Micro-fiber cleaning cloth
- Aluminum case
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X-15 Stereo Short Ribbon Microphone
Includes:
- X-15 Stereo Ribbon Microphone
- Suspension Shockmount
- Leatherette Pouch
- Splitter Cable
- 5-Pin 15ft. XLR Stereo Cable
- Aluminum Flight case
Stock Transformer Reg Price-$449 Special Offer $349
Lundahl Transformer Reg Price-$749 Special Offer $599
Glen Phillips, lead singer of Toad the Wet Sprocket recorded the album
"Coyote Sessions" with only one Cascade X-15 stereo microphone.
The X-15 Stereo ribbon microphone houses two separate matched ribbon motors that are positioned one above the other.
The elements are offset 90 degrees and are configured in the Blumlein setup.
M39 Stereo Pair Small Condenser Microphones
Small condenser stereo pair
The Cascade M39 is a cardioid condenser that has a 22mm diameter diaphragm.
This microphone 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.
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REG. $159.00 SALE:$119.00
Includes:
- Stereo Pair M39 Small Condensers
- (2) Mic Clips
- Molded Case
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OPTIONAL LUNDAHL 2912
TRANSFORMERS
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Gomez Short Ribbon Microphone
Includes:
- Gomez Ribbon Microphone
- Lundahl LL2913 Transformer
- Aluminum Case
- Suspension Shockmount
The Wood Brothers made use of many Cascade Ribbon Microphones on their
latest recording "The Muse". In this video, the Gomez is used for lead vocals.
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LUNDAHL LL2913 IS STANDARD ON THIS MODEL
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The Cascade Microphones "Gomez" features a renowned Lundahl ribbon mic transformer, custom PCB 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.
We feel Cascade Microphones has raised the bar with the GOMEZ by combining premium components with a superior finish at an affordable price point that is attractive to both the seasoned studio veteran as well as the home recording enthusiast.
Reg Price-$499 Special Offer $379
FAT HEAD Short Ribbon Microphone
Cascade FAT HEAD ribbon microphones are a powerful must-have tool
that are fast becoming a standard in home and professional studios around the world.
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Includes:
- FAT HEAD Ribbon Microphone
- Suspension shockmount
- Micro-fiber cleaning cloth
- Aluminum flight case
OPTIONAL LUNDAHL LL2912
TRANSFORMER
This offer is only for the Black/Silver color option
FAT HEAD - Stock Trans. Reg. Price: $195.00
FAT HEAD - Lundahl Trans. Reg. Price: $345.00
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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 input signal to both sides of the ribbon assembly.
This design is very useful when executing a mid-side or Blumlein recording set-up and also great for live stage use. The FAT HEAD warm full-bodied signature and increased sensitivity is what you would expect and demand from a professional ribbon microphone and the FAT HEAD delivers. The FAT HEAD is suited for guitar cabinets, drum over-heads, vocal, piano, horns, strings, and much more.