Coles 4038 Studio Ribbon Microphone

£1,099.00

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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 use a thin ribbon element to capture sound with a character that is often smooth, natural and sensitive to placement. Many passive ribbon designs have a figure-eight pattern and can suit guitar cabinets, brass, vocals, room recording and close or distant techniques; active ribbons may have different power and output requirements. Check the model’s phantom-power guidance, preamp gain, maximum level, ribbon protection, polar pattern and mounting. Avoid assuming every ribbon behaves identically: the circuit, transformer and intended distance determine how it fits a recording chain.

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Ribbon

Ribbon identifies a microphone using a ribbon element, often valued for smooth response and careful placement. Check phantom-power guidance, preamp gain, pattern and protection.