Golden Age Project R1 ACTIVE MKII

Features:

• The unmatched natural and musical sound of a classical ribbon microphone combined with the consistent sound quality offered by the addition of active electronics
• A FET / Bipolar discrete low-noise current amplifier, powered by standard 48V phantom power, that isolates the ribbon and gain make-up transformer from the outside world
• A stunning realism with the feeling of “being-there”
• A fast and life-like transient reproduction
• An ultra-high SPL capability, 160 dB SPL (1% THD @ 1000Hz) and a very high sensitivity for a ribbon microphone, similar to many condenser microphones
• A Figure-8 directional pattern for wide sweet spots both in the front and in the back of the microphone. Zero spots towards the sides
• A 50mm long ribbon made of 2 microns thick aluminium foil
• An internal shock mount for the ribbon and magnet assembly
• A removable microphone cable and a nice aluminium flight case
• Manufactured of the finest materials for a great performance and long-term reliability
• The R1 Active can be used with any standard mixer or preamp with a balanced input that can supply 48V phantom power

Specifications:

• Type: Active Ribbon Microphone
• Manufacturer: Golden Age Project
• Model: R1 ACTIVE MKII
• Polar pattern: Figure 8
• Frequency response: 30 Hz – 18 kHz +/- 3 dB
• Sensitivity: -42 dB (0 dB=1V/Pa) @ 1kHz.
• Maximum SPL (<1% THD @ 1kHz): 160 dB
• Output impedance: 200 ohm, balanced
• Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted per IEC 268-4): < 18 dB typical
• Recommended load impedance: > 1000 Ohms
• Current consumption: 4 mA
• Dimensions: 69x185 mm
• Weight: 1450 g.