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NEW LISTING 2/26/08
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CLASSIC
1950'S
"ELVIS" STYLE
VINTAGE
MICROPHONE MIC
OAK TREE VINTAGE'S
"555VMOT"
for sale
I have an extensive background in sound reinforcement
having designed, installed and controlled many church, club, band,
school / university audio sound systems. Systems ranging from 4000-5000
seat halls to coffee shops and with groups varying from solo to
multi-piece acts. I put a sound system in the Air Force Academy chapel
(yes the famous one you see on the post cards from Colorado). I've done
work for most of the schools and military installations here in the
Colorado Springs area over the years. I am not trying to simply "blow my
own horn", but to give you my background before I tell you about the
sonics of this mic. I know sound and I know microphones extensively. Ok,
after 10 years of looking, we have finally found a "vintage" looking mic
that isn't just for "prop use", yet is under $500.00. Not only does this
one work, but it works incredibly well. Most "vintage" mics are just
that, "old mics". Most are great looking, but were designed in an era
when sound systems and stage performances were much less demanding then
they were even 30-40 years ago. Most of the classic designs were from
the 30-'s-early 60's. Stage / monitor levels were no where near the
volumes they reach now, and speaker response range was much narrower.
Sub bass was unheard of, literally, and top end was generally limited to
the 10-12kHz region. Also microphones typically had either a
corrugated ribbon element, a Mylar diaphragm element, or were a Piezo
crystal element. Ribbons stretch after a couple decades and loose their
top end, so mics with this type of element must have new ribbons
installed to get back their former sonic glory. Most crystals have long
since dried up and pretty much sounded like a telephone even when they
were new (that's why harp players want them as they have that
"Mississippi mud" sound through an old tube guitar amp. If they can find
one that still works that is). That leaves the Mylar diaphragm mics.
Many of the classic Shure mics designed around the famous 55 series had
Mylar elements (the larger body versions usually had aluminum diaphragms
which while they don't particularly change over time, they have a very
limited frequency response in the first place). Mylar is a type of
plastic and as you can imagine age has not been kind to most mics with
these type elements (which describes most mics out there). I have tested
30 to 40, 55 series mic's over the years and sonically they are not
consistent. Most of them (when they do work at all) are very "thin"
sounding with not much low end. I will still deal in them, as some folks
still want an original either for appearance, to round out a collection
or to install a different element in.
Having said all that, here is what I'm really here to talk about. This
new mic is one of the best sounding, dynamic, uni-directional, live
performance mics I have auditioned. When they came in, the first thing I
did was grab one of my personal SM-58's, this mic and a couple new XLR
cables and headed to my main demo mixing console. Immediately I noticed
over the other classic 50's style mic we have had from India is much
better craftsman ship on this one. The lines are evenly cut, the
castings are all clean, the pivot joint isn't just a "bolt from the
hardware store", it has a nice satin clear-coat finish and it has an XLR
(big plus as you don't need one of my special cables). I put this mic
into a channel and the Shure SM-58 in a channel next to it. After doing
a quick "check" for signal level on the two, I tested for level. This
555VM was about 6dB+ hotter than the 58 (likely due to the
-71dB sensitivity). Sounding almost as if I was demo'ing a
Shure Beta or an EV N/D series. I also noticed the top end was
considerably extended over the 58, even with just my voice. I then
checked for handling noise (a very difficult thing for mic manufacturers
to keep a lid on. Accomplished by completely suspending element in
rubber mounts. See right photo above) and it was
very acceptable. I then check for "off axis" rejection. Again, more than
acceptable (also a difficult thing to control). Next I checked for bass
proximity, expecting there to be a prevalence of boominess. VERY
acceptable. At this point I was a little too impressed, so I thought I
would check for other variables. The first thing I did was to rule out a
difference in channels on the mixing console. This was simply done by
reversing the mic connections. Still the same. Next, I thought I must
have grabbed a less than typical performing SM-58, so I went to my
personal mic case and picked two more 58's and two SM-57's (my personal
preference over a 58 as I like the extra top-end crispness for vocals,
although most folks simply "default" to using a 58). The 58's and 57's
all performed consistently, as they should (especially since they're my
personal mics) and this new 50's style mic still blew them all away ( I
still will keep my 20 or so 57's and 58's). Here are the specs:
Applications: Vocal
/ Speech
Type: Dynamic Moving
Coil
Frequency Response:
50-16,000 Hz (a 58 tops out at 15k and the element in the new 55SH tops
at 14kHz)
Polar Pattern:
Uni-Directional / Cardioid
Impedance: ~370 Ohms +/-
20% (low Z)
Sensitivity: -71dB +/-
3dB
Pop Filter Material:
Black, Acoustic foam
Body construction:
Chrome plated die casting with a clear satin, poly finish
Connection: Standard
3-pin, XLR
Stand Flange: Standard
US threads with European adaptor included as well
Case: Foam lined, poly
case
I was simply looking for a
better looking "prop" mic when I found this model. Most of the folks
looking for a classically designed mic simply want them for movie, TV,
Stage props or display / award props. Very few people want to actually
use them as functioning microphones. These go beyond our wildest
expectations as not only are they great looking microphones, but
exceptional performers!!! I apologize for making this text so wordy, but
not many things that come down the pike impress me anymore. This Mic
does and I am adding 3 to my personal audio "tool box".
Mic measures 7.5" overall height. Uses
a standard XLR-XLR cable such as our
OTSJ-25 mic cable shown
on this page (sold separately)
NEW
$139.99
ea.
with Factory Black Foam
Discount available for 3 or more mics.
(Shipping add $15.50 for mic or mic &
cable to any of the US states via
Postal Priority Air Mail)
OR
Available in custom version shown below too!!
"Lip-Stick
Red" "Lightning
Blue"
"Electric Hot Pink"
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For an added touch of Class and
Personality, we can remove the factory foam windscreen, line the mic in
custom "Lightning-Blue", "Lip-Stick Red", or
"Electric Hot Pink" silk and re-install foam pop
filter / windscreen behind it. Mics look fantastic when finished!
Available Custom Modified in
either "Lip-Stick
Red", "Lightning
Blue", or "Electric Hot Pink" for
an additional $50 ea.
@
$189.99
ea.
with exciting custom color option
*Color option currently
available only on a limited basis.
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Hi Jerry,
This is Steve in Tokyo.
I just got my 555 VMOT "Lightning
Blue" vintage style
mic and I love it! The construction is so obviously of a high quality
and it looks killer! I hope you find a way to
continue the custom color jobs because I feel
badly for anyone that wants that and can't get it.
I am writing you to tell you how happy I am
that I received it so quickly and that it was
a real pleasure doing business with you.
Truth is, I am so excited about it but I
haven't even tried it out yet! As far as looks and
construction it is everything you promised.
I am sure that the sound quality will be as
you described too so I can't wait to give it a go!
Take care and thanks for exceeding my expectations!
- Steve J.,
Tokyo, Japan
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- "Just came in
today (555VMOT microphone) ... it was AWESOME!
thank you!"
- Andrea H., Hampton, VA
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- "Hi Jerry, Steve here again.
I have since used the mic on a gig and it is everything you say
it is! The sound quality is absolutely as good (I actually think better)
than my Sure SM58! On that first gig I also had several people come up
to me
on break to ask about it due to its amazing eye appeal. It is the best
musical purchase I have made in years!
Thanks again!" - Steve J.,
Tokyo, Japan
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Here's a few of our commercial /
industrial customers of this mic:
Busch Gardens,
Carnival Cruise Lines,
Goldman / Sachs, La Jolla Play House, Surflight
Theater, The Guthrie Theater, The Globe Theater,
Theater at the Center, US Army / USO Tour,
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NEW
LISTING 7/5/07
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ORIGINAL VINTAGE
WEBSTER
Rauland
Model 1248
"UNI-VAL"
Bi-Val
RIBBON MICROPHONE
SOLD 3/10/09
Circa Late 1930's-1940's
for sale
Probably the most sought after of the vintage
"Deco-Era" mic's. The Webster / Rauland W1248, "Uni-Val" Ribbon microphone.
We have had 3 of these in the last 12 years. Like 2 of the last 3 we had,
this one will need internal work to function again. Gut's intact, but as
typical would need a new ribbon and re-wiring. This one also has a
replacement, non-original wire cover / spring on the back. The connector is
currently unwired with the wires only stuck in for appearance / prop /
display purposes. Stand mounting
threads in good shape. 2-Pin, Bakelite connector still intact. Connector
threads are in good shape as well. While the yoke thumb screws do hold
steady, they are slightly different one from the other. One is original, and
one is a replacement. We did install new
rubber washers under the thumbscrews. The mic has had some repairs to the
bakelite bottom and top cap at some time in the past (see photos, but hard to
see). The repairs are very smooth. Chrome yoke and fins
all intact with no break. All Chrome clean and shiny. Great looking "prop" / display mic
or potential restoration. You could also install a more modern dynamic
element such as one from a Shure SM-58 or similar if you choose. Late 30's through
50's time period.
(pictured stand not included)
COND. 8+ (Cosmetically)
As-Is
$1499.
SOLD 3/10/09
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NEW LISTING
9/30/08
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CALRAD
500C
MODIFIED WITH
555VMOT ELEMENT!!!
Half-size Copy of the famous "Pill Shaped"
RCA 77
MICROPHONE
Circa 1950's
for sale
Classic and very sought after Calrad 500C, RCA 77 copy
mic. This is the slightly later version with the enameled badges. These were
"Crystal, Dual Element" mics. Most have long ago dried up and do not
work. Oddly this one did still function, but we have removed the
original crystal elements and redesigned the suspension to accept one of
the above 555VMOT elements. To learn what that does for you, read
the text above covering the 555VMOT for extensive information on how
this element performs. Chrome grill work in perfect
condition with no dents or corrosion. Bakelite body perfect with no chips or
cracks. None of the common cracks around the yoke mounts either. Also the
stand mounting flange is still firmly spot welded to the yoke. They
are commonly missing or glued in place which will usually not hold!!!
Polished Aluminum body and grill work.
Original Specs (when working w/ original crystal elements):
Impedance: Hi-Z
Element Type: Double Crystals
Frequency Response: 40-8,000 cps
Pattern: Omni-directional when placed Vertically,
Cardioid when placed Horizontally
Output: -50db
NEW SPECS AFTER
MODIFICATION:
Applications: Stage / Vocal
/ Speech
Type: Dynamic Moving
Coil
Frequency Response:
50-16,000 Hz (a 58 tops out at 15k and the element in the new 55SH tops
at 14kHz)
Polar Pattern:
Uni-Directional / Cardioid
Impedance: ~370 Ohms +/-
20% (low Z)
Sensitivity: -71dB +/-
3dB
Pop Filter Material:
Black, Acoustic foam
Connection: Can be
un-terminated, or terminated with 1/4" phono / guitar plug or XLR when
ordered
Stand Flange: Standard
US threads
Mike looks great!
Again, unlike the last 15 or so of these we've had, due ONLY to the
modification we did, THIS MIC IS READY TO USE ON STAGE!!!. Fits standard,
modern mic stand. Aluminum all in great shape. No dents, dings, pitting or
corrosion. Original cloth intact and clean with no yuckiness! We also
installed a thin sheet of acoustic foam inside the grill to reduce voice
"pops". We also replaced the original cheap cable with "George L's",
fully shielded cable and ran shielding all the way up to the element to
reduce RFI potential.
Measures ~7.25" tall
(not including stand).
CALRAD 500C MODIFIED WITH 555 ELEMENT
COND. 8.5+
$459.
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NEW LISTING
1/11/09
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ELECTRO-VOICE
EV 630
MODIFIED WITH
NEW 555VMOT VOCAL ELEMENT!!!
VINTAGE
DYNAMIC MICROPHONE
Circa late 50's through late 60's
for sale
One of the most sought after harp / Rock-a-Billy mics.
This is the slightly later version of the 630 with the aluminum /
silk-screened badge. These were originally sold with a very "mid-voiced"
element for announcement work. In their stock form, auctioneers and
bingo callers love these for their "honky" mid voice that retains speech
intelligibility. Due to that midrange voicing, harp players love them as
well. HOWEVER, this one is not like that anymore. This one came in with
a non-original and non-functioning Shure element. We have removed the
Shure guts and redesigned the suspension to accept one of
the above 555VMOT elements. To learn what that does for you, read
the text above covering the 555VMOT for extensive information on how
this element performs. We also enlarged the existing pressure release
vent and added two additionally on the bottom of the body. These were
covered with acoustic foam. We also made the internal element to switch
connection with "shielded" wire to reduce RFI possibilities.
Polished Aluminum body and grill work.
Original Specs (when working w/ original elements):
Impedance: Available 50, 200 or Hi-Z
Element Type: High-Output Dynamic, "Acousti-alloy" diaphragm
Frequency Response: 60-11,000 cps (with emphasis around 800-2k)
Pattern: Omni-directional (not generally good for modern PA use)
Output: -55db
NEW SPECS AFTER
MODIFICATION:
Applications: Stage / Vocal
/ Speech
Type: Dynamic Moving
Coil
Frequency Response:
50-16,000 Hz (a 58 tops out at 15k and the element in the new 55SH tops
at 14kHz)
Polar Pattern:
Uni-Directional / Cardioid (great for high volume PA / stage use!)
Impedance: ~370 Ohms +/-
20% (low Z)
Sensitivity: -71dB +/-
3dB
Pop Filter Material:
Acoustic foam
Connection: 3-Pin,
Screw-on (Included with this mic assembled to a new XLR cable)
Stand Flange: Standard
US threads
Mike looks great!
Again, unlike the last 10 or so of these we've had, due ONLY to the
modification we did, THIS MIC IS READY TO USE ON STAGE FOR VOCALS!!!. Fits standard,
modern mic stand. Aluminum all in great shape. No dents, dings, pitting or
corrosion. Original grill cleaned with no yuckiness! We also
installed a thin sheet of acoustic foam inside the grill to reduce voice
"pops". Includes one of our custom, 3-Pin screw-on to XLR
cables.
EV 630 MODIFIED WITH 555 ELEMENT
COND. 8.5+
$349.
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NEW LISTING
1/11/09
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ELECTRO-VOICE
EV 630
#43302
ORIGINAL VINTAGE
DYNAMIC MICROPHONE
Circa late 50's through late 60's
for sale
One of the most sought after harp / Rock-a-Billy mics.
Easy to hold with a harmonica. Loud with LOT'S OF OUTPUT! Great,
dirty-mid tone for harp. Looks,
sounds & works great! Early "Brass" badge.
Original Specs (when working w/ original elements):
Impedance: Available 50, 200 or Hi-Z
Element Type: High-Output Dynamic, "Acousti-alloy" diaphragm
Frequency Response: 60-11,000 cps (with emphasis around 800-2k)
Pattern: Omni-directional (not generally good for modern PA use,
but great for harp through a guitar amp)
Output: -55db
Uses our 3-pin screw-on cable available above
(sold separately). (pictured stand not included)
COND. 8
$189.
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NEW LISTING 6/24/08
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ELECTRO-VOICE EV
664 SINGLE VENT
GOLD ANODIZED
ORIGINAL VINTAGE
DYNAMIC MICROPHONE
ORIGINAL AND OPTIONAL
#418 STAND IN GOLD
for sale
This is a vintage EV 664 that was gold anodized at
the factory. This was an option available at the time. This one also has
the very rare stand that was also gold anodized to match. "Single vent" version. One of the
few "Vintage" mics that still sounds good
and remains usable on modern sound systems. Plenty of "low-end" with
good balance. Has new "pop filter" foam installed above element. ON/Off
switch cleaned. Fully tested.
Original Specs:
Mic / Element type; Dynamic
Polar
Pattern; Cardioid
Element Material: Mylar
Freq Response: 60-13,000 Hz
Impedance: Dual. Switch-able (easily changed by moving on wire on the
MC-4, internal connector) Lo @ 150 ohms or Hi or Hi 250 ohms
Output: -55 dBm
Recommended use (originally):
Handheld / Stage Vocal, Amateur Radio / Communications.
Connector Type:
Amphenol 91-MC4M
(4-Pin)
Mic has been tested and works great. We also installed new windscreen /
pop foam. The gold finish has considerable wear. One area in particular
is about the size of a couple postage stamps. It also has some shallow
"pitting" wear to the stand and typical scuffs and scratches to the mic
body. Internal connector in good shape and works find. We also cleaned
the On / Off switch and it functions perfectly. Typical of a 664, it
feels like a "hammer".
Looks good with only most minor cosmetic wear, sounds & works great!
Uses our 4-pin screw-on cable available above
(sold separately). (pictured stand not included)
COND. 8
EV-664 SINGLE VENT
GOLD W/ STAND
$349.
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ASTATIC
D-104 D104 / TUG-9
"LOLLIPOP"
SOLD
1/30/09
ORIGINAL
VINTAGE MICROPHONE
for sale
One of the first "must haves" to any mic collection.
This one has a working element installed. Looks and great!
Built
especially for speech range, 500-4,000 Hz. Mounted on Astatic "TUG-9"
stand with the 9-volt pre-amp built into it.
Existing, coiled cord / cable currently terminated with 4-pin, collared,
communications plug. Can be re-configured by user to
multiple applications. Chrome and base paint in good condition
with only minor wear.
Measures 12.25" tall with base diameter of 5.5".
Cosmetic Cond. 9
$169.
SOLD
1/30/09
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NEW ADDITION
3/4/08
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ASTATIC
D-104 D104 / TUG-9
"LOLLIPOP"
ORIGINAL
VINTAGE MICROPHONE
for sale
One of the first "must haves" to any mic collection.
Unfortunately the element is open and the internal
connector is missing it's pins, so being sold only
as a prop or for display use. Displays great!
Built
especially for speech range, 500-4,000 Hz. Mounted on Astatic "TUG-9"
(missing logo sticker on stand and top edge of mic
head. Photo of previous unit) stand with the 9-volt pre-amp built into it.
Existing, coiled cord / cable currently terminated with 4-pin, collared,
communications plug. Chrome and base paint in great condition
with only minor wear to the grey finish. Again, to actually use this, it will need a new
element.
Measures 12.25" tall with base diameter of 5.5".
Cosmetic Cond. 9
$139.
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REALISTIC
33-989
MICROPHONE
Circa 1970
for sale
Vintage Realistic 33-989 microphone. Looks similar
to a vintage Sennheiser. Stops short on sound.
Original Specs:
Pattern: Uni-Directional
Freq Response: 70-10,000 Hz
Impedance: Dual. Switchable Lo @ 200 ohms or Hi @ 10,000 ohms.
Does work with a thin
"crystal" element sound. Displays well. Cable
terminated with 1/4" phono plug. Stand not included included.
Cond. 8
$119.
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KINGSTON
MODEL 800
DYNAMIC CARDIOID
MICROPHONE
mic for sale
Kingston, model 800, dynamic mic. Likely came
with a tape recorder. Sound's thin if you actually want to use it. Would
make a good "harp" mic, to use with a guitar amp. Looks good (with normal
dents to the screen). Great for prop use also. Does include it's proprietary
connector and cable, currently terminated in a 1/4" phono / guitar plug.
Cosmetic cond. 8
$59.
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KAY
TM-4
DYNAMIC MICROPHONE
mic for sale
Kay TM-4 Microphone. Does not work so is for display / prop use only. Polished
cast aluminum
construction. Again mic does not work and is for Prop / display use. Cosmetically
good. (pictured clip and stand not included). Measures
8" long.
Cond. 8.5 cosmetics
$49.
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"NEAT" BRAND
TYPE "H"
MODEL TM-15
MICROPHONE
M.I.J.
for sale
"NEAT" , model DX-75. Working condition and great
cosmetically as well. Attached 1/4" cable. Circa late '50's to mid
'60's.
Cond. 8.5
$79.
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CALRAD
MODEL DM-11
MICROPHONE
PINK
mic for sale
PRETTY IN PINK. Not sure who did it, but it's kinda' cool. They disassembled it completely
to do the paint job. It almost looks factory. The cable has been removed on this so it's
assumed not to work, but hasn't been tested. Sold as-is.
Cond. 7
$65.
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CALRAD
MODEL DM-11
MICROPHONE
TEAL
mic for sale
With
original box. No sound at
end of connector. Did not take mic apart to test element directly so it is
being sold with element condition unknown. Not sure who would want to use
one anyway though. Really cool metallic green. With swivel base.
Spotlessly clean. Box is also in good cond.
Cosmetically
COND. IS 10.0
SOLD AS-IS
$75.
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RECORDING
DYNAMIC
MICROPHONE
mic for sale
Utilizes 1/8" mini-female to 1/4" female adaptor for connecting
to standard guitar type phono cable. Matte finish aluminum
construction. Mic works and sounds decent. (pictured clip and stand not included)
Measures 7.5" long.
Cond. 9 cosmetics
$49.
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PIEZO
MODEL DX-75
MICROPHONE
M.I.J.
for sale
"Piezo" ? brand, model DX-75. Working condition with
original box, clip and stand. Attached 1/4" cable. New condition.
Probably came with a tape recorder in the late 60's early 70's.
Cond. 10
$65.
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Recording / SR MIC
MODEL MD-374
DYNAMIC
MICROPHONE
Prop / display use only
mic for sale
Working condition unknown, so mic is for display / prop use only.
The mic utilizes a small 4-pin connector that we do not
have, nor do we have the desire on this caliber of mic to pursue any
in-depth testing. Polished
aluminum and black anodized construction. Again mics working condition is
unknown so is being sold for Prop / display use. Cosmetically good. (pictured clip and stand not included).
Measures 8.25" long.
Cond. 8.5 cosmetics
$49.
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Recording
DYNAMIC
MICROPHONE
Prop / display use only
mic for sale
Working condition unknown, so mic is for display / prop use only. Polished aluminum
construction. Again mics working condition is unknown so is being sold for Prop / display use. Cosmetically
good. (pictured clip and stand not included). Measures 7.25" long.
Cond. 8.5 cosmetics
$29.
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TEAC
Recording
DYNAMIC
MICROPHONE
mic for sale
TEAC Tape recorder mic. It is in good working condition, sounds fine and
comes with the original stand and clip. Terminated in 1/4" phono
plug. Cosmetically good. Measures 5.5" long.
Cond. 8.5 cosmetics
$69.
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"YOU WANT FRIES WITH THAT?"
NORELCO / AKG
MODEL D50
"FRENCH FRY" MIC
DYNAMIC
MICROPHONE
mic for sale
Great for display, prop or to actually use. Mic works fine. Branded
Norelco and built by AKG. Cosmetically good. Gooseneck in fine condition
and has hanging pigtail about 12" in length terminated in a standard
male XLR plug. (pictured clip and stand not included). Measures 16.5"
long.
Cond. 8.5 cosmetics
$59.
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AudioTechnica
AT-816
DYNAMIC MOVING COIL
MICROPHONE
mic for sale
Uni-direction "Cardioid
" pattern, High-Z AT-816 microphone with stand clip,
built-in 15' cable terminated in 1/4" plug and original box. Also
features built-in On / Off switch. Works well and looks new! Measures 8" long.
(pictured clip and stand not included)
Cond. 10
$49.
Mic looks much better in real life than in these very
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EV
MODEL 664
VARIABLE "D"
GOLD
DYNAMIC
MICROPHONE
Gold anodized. This was
given to us by a friend so we don't want to sell it, but thought someone
would enjoy seeing a gold one. They're fairly rare. We
actually use it to test each of our custom made, 4-Pin, vintage microphone cables, prior to
shipping.
Original Specs:
Mic / Element type; Dynamic
Polar
Pattern; Cardioid
Element Material: Mylar
Freq Response: 60-13,000 Hz
Impedance: Dual. Switch-able (easily changed by moving on wire on the
MC-4, internal connector) Lo @ 150 ohms or Hi or Hi 250 ohms
Output: -55 dBm
Recommended use (originally):
Handheld / Stage Vocal, Amateur Radio / Communications.
Connector Type:
Amphenol 91-MC4M
(4-Pin)
NFS
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22-211
MICROPHONE
mic for sale
Protruding grill
No sound from element. Very clean cosmetically. Enough internal room to
retro-fit with another element, such as Shure SM-58.
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22-211
MICROPHONE
mic for sale
"Flush grill"
No sound from element. Very clean cosmetically.
Original Specs (when working):
Impedance: Dual, 50k Ohms Hi-Z- or 600 Ohms
Lo-Z
Element Type: Dynamic Mylar
Frequency Response: 50-13,000 cps
Pattern: Omni-directional
Enough internal room to
retro-fit with another element, such as Shure SM-58.
$59.
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AUDIO-TECHNICA
AT811 AT-811
CARDIOID / UNI-DIRECTIONAL
CONDENSER / ELECTRET
RECORDING
MICROPHONE
SOLD 9/10/08
for sale
This is an Audio-Technica, AT811, Condenser mic.
Great for general purpose, project studio recording or field / concert
recording. Especially nice for Acoustic Guitar, Acoustic Piano, Harp,
Violin, Viola, Flute, Piccolo, Sax (at a bit of a distance), and
overhead drums. Great balance (ie; a flat frequency response) across the
spectrum. Would also make a decent "Game Show" microphone. Quad vents for feedback reduction and "matte" finish.
Utilizes a standard AA / 1.5v battery. On / Off switch to save battery
life when not in use.
Mic Type:
Condenser
Polar Pattern(s):
Cardioid
Freq Response
50 - 20,000
Sensitivity
-56 dBm
Power Required
1.5 v AA
Looks good with only most minor cosmetic wear, sounds & works great!
Overall length 8".
Uses our XLR standard cable available above
(sold separately). (pictured stand not included)
COND. 8.5
$89.
SOLD 9/10/08
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KAY
TM-4
DYNAMIC MICROPHONE
SOLD 8/25/08
mic for sale
Polished
finished,
cast aluminum
Kay TM-4 w/ High-Low & On-Off switch
(hardwired "ON").
Mic works and sounds good. Screen
in pristine condition. Center pin connector.
Uses our F-style screw-on cable available above
(sold separately).
Measures 8" long. (pictured stand not included)
COND. 9
$69.
SOLD 8/25/08 |
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EV ELECTRO-VOICE
MODEL 627C
MICROPHONE
SOLD 9/10/08
mic for sale
NOS and in box. Never used (except for testing to verify condition) and
comes with all original packing, paperwork, box, EV clip and original
un-terminated cable. Polished aluminum.
Original Specs:
Mic / Element type; Dynamic
Polar
Pattern; Uni-Directional Cardioid
Element Material: Mylar
Freq Response: 60-13,000 Hz
Impedance: Hi
Magnet Material: Ferrite
Output: -58 dBm
Recommended use (originally):
Handheld / Stage
Connector Type:
XLR
Mic works great. On-off switch fine with plate intact. Cosmetically
great shape. Slight and sparse pitting due to environment it's been stored
in. XLR
version. (stand not included).
Cond. 9+
$129.
SOLD 9/10/08
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EV ELECTRO-VOICE
611
"MERCURY"
DYNAMIC
MICROPHONE
SOLD
HI-Z
#B9652
Circa 1950
One of the handful of classic microphones. The EV 611, "Mercury"! Great looking
mic. Cast and polished aluminum body and grill bezel. This one features a
close mesh, black colored silk covered stainless steel wind screen.
The 611 was the "step-up" model to the lower priced 911 (30% price
difference between the two), crystal element microphone in the late
'40's early 50's.
Original Specs:
Mic / Element type: Dynamic
Polar
/ Pickup
Pattern: Omni-directional
Element Material: EV's "Acous-talloy" withstands high temperature,
high humidity and is very shock resistant
Freq Response: 50-8,000 Hz
Impedance: Hi-Z (Statically measured at 1k ohms
Output: -53 dBm
Recommended use (originally):
Handheld / Stage Vocal, Amateur Radio / Communications.
Connector Type:
250F
Very
clean and shiny microphone with only the most minor finish wear.
Black plastic grill gasket in great shape with no
missing sections. No breaks to the casting anywhere. Works
as it should. Killer sounding harp or
vintage vocal mic. Uses our F-20 mic cable shown above (sold separately)
Cond. 8.5
$189.
SOLD
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CALRAD
500C
Half-size Copy of the famous
RCA 77
MICROPHONE
SOLD 8/21/08
Circa 1950's
for sale
Classic and very sought after Calrad 500C, RCA 77 copy
mic. This is the slightly later version with the enameled badges. These were
"Crystal, Dual Element" mics. Most have long ago dried up and do not
work. Oddly this one does still function. These are great for photos, display, prop or loading in a modern
element and using on-stage. Chrome grill work in perfect
condition with no dents or corrosion. Bakelite body perfect with no chips or
cracks. None of the common cracks around the yoke mounts either. Also the
stand mounting flange is still firmly spot welded to the yoke. They
are commonly missing or glued in place which will usually not hold!!!
Polished Aluminum body and grill work.
Original Specs (when working):
Impedance: Hi-Z
Element Type: Double Crystals
Frequency Response: 40-8,000 cps
Pattern: Omni-directional when placed Vertically,
Cardioid when placed Horizontally
Output: -50db
Mike looks great! They were designed with dual "Crystal" elements, which sounded like a
telephone when when they worked. This one, interestingly, still works! We
don't get crystal mics that still function very often. It could also be possible to load with a
more modern element or a lavaliere mic. They're not very useable on modern sound systems
due to that. They were originally sold as Tape
Recorder mics. If anyone tries to convince you that they are "Studio", "professional" mics
or "just like Bing or Sinatra" used, they are full of "you know what". Just need to "clear the air"
about that, as I'm seeing them listed all over the net under that false
info. These mics were never used for that, but
again have become very sought after for display / prop use and for "dummy
mics" in an interview / desk situation. Fits standard,
modern mic stand. Aluminum all in great shape. No dents, dings, pitting or
corrosion. Original cloth intact and clean with no yuckiness! Comes with "fixed
attachment" cable currently also "fixed" to stand which is included in
this case. If you wish us to remove it from the stand and install a
"prop" cable that can be done for an additional $20..
Measures ~7.25" tall
(not including stand).
COND. 8.5+
$269.
SOLD 8/21/08
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SHURE
530
Omni-Directional
MICROPHONE
SOLD 8/8/08
Circa 1954
mic for sale
W/ orig. Clip.
Omni-dir. W/ hi-off-lo switch.
Mic works, switch is intermittent.
Original Specs:
Element; Moving Coil
Pattern; Omni-Directional
Freq Response: 50-15,000 Hz
Impedance: Dual. Switchable Lo @ 50-250 ohms or Hi @ 35,000 ohms.
Uses modern XLR / Canon XL-3-11 plug. Black anodized
finish. (pictured clip and stand not included)
COND. 8
$89.
SOLD 8/8/08
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