Golden Age Project R1 MKII

Features:

• The unmatched natural and musical sound of a classical ribbon microphone
• A stunning realism with the feeling of “being-there”
• The typical large and mellow ribbon sound quality with a very smooth top end and an extended low end.
• A fast and life-like transient reproduction.
• An ultra-high SPL capability, 160 dB SPL (1% THD @ 1000 Hz) and a very good sensitivity for a ribbon microphone.
• 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 50 mm 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 soft transport case
• Manufactured of the finest materials for a great performance and long-term reliability.
• The R1 MKII can be used with any standard mixer or preamp, preferably with a balanced input.

Specifications:

• Type: Passive Ribbon Microphone
• Manufacturer: Golden Age Project
• Model: R1 MKII
• Polar pattern: Figure 8
• Frequency response: 30 Hz – 18 kHz +/- 3 dB
• Sensitivity: -52 dB (0 dB=1V/Pa) @ 1kHz.
• Maximum SPL (<1% THD @ 1kHz): 160 dB
• Output impedance: 600 ohm, balanced
• Recommended load impedance: > 3 kOhm
• Dimensions: 69x185 mm
• Weight: 1 400 g