Golden Age Project R1 Tube Active

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 low-noise 12AX7 tube amplifier that isolates the ribbon and gain make-up transformer from the outside world
• 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, 165 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 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 nice aluminium flight case.
• Manufactured of the finest materials for a great performance and long-term reliability
• The R1 Tube Active can be used with any standard mixer or preamp, preferably with a balanced input

Specifications:

• Type: Active Ribbon Microphone with Tube Electronics
• Manufacturer: Golden Age Project
• Model: R1 Tube Active
• Polar pattern: Figure 8
• Frequency response: 30 Hz – 18 kHz +/- 3 dB
• Sensitivity: -40 dB (0 dB=1V/Pa) @ 1kHz.
• Maximum SPL (<1% THD @ 1kHz): 165 dB
• Output impedance: 200 ohm, balanced
• Recommended load impedance: > 1000 Ohms
• Current consumption: 4 mA
• Dimensions: 69x185 mm
• Weight: 1500 g