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Vintage Sound Quality
The Manley Reference Cardioid Microphone offers a tonal balance reminiscent of the vintage European tube mics, delivering rich, liquid character ideal for a variety of instruments and vocals.
KEY FEATURES
If you find yourself always boosting 5 or 10 Khz, then the Manley Reference Cardioid Microphone will be up your street.
The Manley Reference Cardioid Microphone shares the same electronic attributes as the Gold Reference Series, but has a centre- fixed cardioid-only capsule with a thicker gauge (6 microns) gold-sputtered diaphragm. With the similar film thickness and construction, similar high-frequency resonance (a little edge), similar proximity effect and pretty good immunity from pops and sibilance problems, the Reference Cardioid more closely recalls how many of the vintage European tube mics such as the beloved U47 sounded like when they were new. Its rich tonal balance and liquid character is consistently admired for instruments such as guitars, drum overheads, saxophone, and especially vocals. With your present mic, if you find yourself leaning on your compressors and boosting 5 or 10K to score a bit more testosterone, then the Reference Cardioid just might be the mic you're looking for. If you seem to be constantly boosting 12-18K and trying to get a clean, intimate sound, then probably the Reference Gold would be the safest bet.
Specifications:
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Microphone type: Dual large diaphragm capacitor
Polar patterns: Fixed Cardioid
Diaphragm size: 1 inch ; 1.25 inch overall
Diaphragm thickness: 3 micron; gold sputtered
Frequency response 10 hz to 30 khz, amplifier to 60 khz
Maximum input spl: 150 dbspl at capsule
Sensitivity: 19mv/pa
Amplifier type: 2 triode gain block lo z output
Active components 1) 12ax7lps tube (2 for stereo mics)
Output type: transformer with a feedback loop
Output polarity: balanced xlr, pin 2 hot, pin 3 low
Amplifier distortion: less than .05 %
Amplifier noise: typically -120 db ein (tube dependent)
Body: 24 karat gold over machined brass
- All-Tube triode design
- -10 dB switchable pad
- Frequency response: 10Hz - 30KHz
- Low Noise - typically - 120dB EIN
- High Max SPL: 150dB
- UK over £99 FREE
- UK under £99 £10
- EU £36
- Rest of World £80
Large/Heavy items: Extra charges may apply (e.g., consoles, large monitors). We’ll contact you before processing if so.
We ship with DPD and UPS across the UK, EU and worldwide. Same-day within the M25 is available depending on stock.
This item, like everything we supply, comes with the complete support of our expert team. Our excellent technicians have been specifying, building and supporting studios for over twenty years. If you have any problems with installation, setup or everyday use, they’re never more than a click away, and always happy to help.
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KEY BENEFITS
High-Frequency Clarity
With a thicker gauge, gold-sputtered diaphragm, this microphone ensures clarity at higher frequencies without the need for additional EQ adjustments, making it perfect for capturing detailed sound.
Effective Pop and Sibilance Immunity
Designed to reduce pops and sibilance issues effectively, the Reference Cardioid Microphone ensures clean and clear audio capture, enhancing recording quality especially in vocal performances.