Coles 4038 Studio Ribbon Microphone

£1,099.00

This is the Coles 4038 Studio Ribbon Microphone from Coles, listed in Ribbon Microphones on MicPro. Read More below.

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As good as it gets. Made and manufactured in the United Kingdom The Coles 4038 Studio Ribbon Microphone is a British icon. Adored by Paul McCartney Tchad Blake Joe Chiccarelli and Johnny Marr. The 4038 was first introduced in 1953 to be used by the BBCs broadcasting department. However as time went on its sonic imprint became highly desirable to many artists producers and engineers. From Abbey Road to Capitol Studios and Sunset Sounds to La Fabrique. The warmth and richness that the 4038 imbued in to virtually any source made it a staple point of broadcasting and a permanent fixture in the worlds leading recording studios. Unlike most modern brands producing over-hyped microphones. Coles have stuck to their principles. Whether its pounding drums or delicate strings. This ribbon can do it all. The ultra-flat frequency response of the 4038 guarantees that every source will sound wholly natural. So much so that when listening back youll be forgiven for forgetting that youre not sitting in the the room with the artist. This is reinforced via the detailed 30Hz-15kHz frequency response that is designed to convey every last nuance. Without compromise. Please note: The Coles 4038 Studio Ribbon Microphone uses a 4069 connection. A 4069 to XLR cable is supplied in the box. Stand adapters are NOT included but are available separately.

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Coles

Coles is a British manufacturer best known for its classic ribbon microphones, particularly models that have become staples in professional studios and broadcast environments. The brand has a long history in UK broadcasting and is closely associated with traditional, high-quality engineering.

Coles ribbon microphones are valued for their smooth, natural sound and ability to handle high sound levels, making them popular for drum overheads, brass, guitar cabinets and orchestral recording. They are often chosen when a warm, detailed and timeless microphone character is desired.

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Ribbon Microphones

Ribbon microphones are valued for their smooth, natural sound and warm tonal character. They are often used on vocals, brass, guitar amps, and room recordings, where a softer high end and rich midrange are desirable. Ribbon microphones are more delicate than other types and typically require careful handling, but they are prized in studio environments for their classic sound and depth.

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Ribbon

Ribbon microphones are prized for their smooth, natural sound and warm tonal character. They are especially valued in studio recording for capturing sources without harshness, making them ideal for vocals, guitar amplifiers, brass, strings and drum overheads where detail and depth are needed without exaggerated high frequencies.

Using a thin metal ribbon suspended in a magnetic field, ribbon microphones respond quickly to transients and deliver a rich, balanced midrange. They are often chosen when a classic, vintage-style sound is desired, and they work particularly well in controlled studio environments where their sensitivity and tonal subtlety can be fully appreciated.