Cascade 
  Microphones warrants all products against defects in materials and workmanship 
  for a period of (5) five years from the date of original consumer purchase. The original ribbon or 
    capsule elements carry a (1) one year warranty from the date of purchase and 
    offer a one time replacement during the warranty period if they fail within 
    the first year. Cascade Microphones will either 
  repair or replace the product at no charge. Buyer is responsible for return 
  shipping charges if past the initial first 30 days of purchase.  
    
  
   
  
  
  THE WARRANTY 
  WILL NOT APPLY TO THE PRODUCT IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED BY MISUSE, MODIFICATION, 
  ACCIDENT, IMPROPER HANDLING OR OPERATION, OR IF UNAUTHORIZED REPAIRS ARE 
  ATTEMPTED OR MADE.