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Golden Age Project R1 Stereo Ribbon Mic

Golden Age Project R1 Stereo Ribbon Mic

£429.00

Golden Age Project R1 Stereo Ribbon Mic is New by Golden . Get it superfast with our delivery roadie service to any door in the UK Read More for product details.

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The Golden Age Project R1 Stereo Ribbon Mic is New Delivered to all areas of the UK using our roadie delivery service.

The R1 ST is a premium vintage style ribbon microphone that redefines stereo and mono recording with its Blumlein configuration. Perfect for both studio and live applications, this microphone delivers an authentic, warm, and natural sound reminiscent of the legendary RCA 44 and 77 models. With its dual ribbon elements arranged at 45° angles, the R1 ST produces a true stereo image and immersive soundstage, making it ideal for capturing vocals, instruments, orchestras, and live performances. It is designed with a transformer balanced output, ensuring superior depth and clarity while managing high sound pressure levels (SPL) with ease. Whether you’re recording soft vocals or capturing powerful, high pressure sound environments, the R1 ST handles it all with finesse. Its robust 160 dB SPL capability allows it to record transient sounds smoothly and without harshness, making it an essential tool for professionals and enthusiasts alike. All of this comes at an affordable price, providing an accessible solution for high quality sound recording.

Key Features:

  • Blumlein Stereo Design:
    The R1 ST features two ribbon elements arranged at 45° angles in a Blumlein configuration, offering a natural and authentic stereo image.
  • Smooth Vintage Tone:
    It delivers a warm, musical sound with a transformer balanced output, ensuring deep, rich tones ideal for a range of recording needs.
  • High SPL Capability:
    With an impressive SPL handling of up to 160 dB, the R1 ST excels in capturing high pressure sounds without distortion, suitable for loud and dynamic environments.

Premium Design & Build:

Crafted with high quality materials, the R1 ST is not only built to perform but also to last. The microphone’s construction reflects durability and reliability, making it an ideal choice for professionals who require robust equipment in demanding recording situations. Its 50 mm long, 2 micron aluminium ribbons are meticulously engineered to capture even the most delicate nuances in sound, while the shock mount ensures stability and minimal vibration interference. Designed for versatility, the microphone includes a detachable cable with a splitting box for left and right outputs, offering ease of use for both mono and stereo recording. Whether you’re in a studio or a live venue, the R1 ST is the perfect combination of craftsmanship and performance.

Versatile Recording Applications:

The R1 ST’s high SPL handling and dual figure 8 patterns make it an excellent choice for a variety of recording applications. Whether you’re capturing vocals, instruments, orchestras, or live performances, its wide sweet spots and clear, balanced sound will enhance any project. The microphone’s wide frequency response range of 20 Hz to 18 kHz ensures that it captures both deep lows and crisp highs, making it ideal for recording complex sounds. The figure 8 directional patterns provide an even and accurate pickup, ensuring that your recordings sound clear and immersive, whether you’re recording in stereo or mono.

High Performance Audio Capture:

The R1 ST excels in delivering exceptional audio clarity, even in the most challenging recording environments. With its ability to handle up to 160 dB SPL, this microphone captures transients without distortion, ensuring that even loud, dynamic sound sources are reproduced smoothly. The vintage inspired design provides a warm and musical tone that brings recordings to life, while the transformer balanced output delivers depth and dimension, ensuring that your recordings sound as natural and true to life as possible. Whether you’re capturing intricate details in a quiet studio setting or recording high energy live performances, the R1 ST guarantees superior performance.

Specifications:

  • Two ribbon elements at 45° angles in a Blumlein configuration
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz 18 kHz
  • SPL capability: 160 dB SPL (1% THD @ 1 kHz)
  • Dual figure 8 directional patterns with wide sweet spots
  • 50 mm long, 2 micron aluminium ribbons
  • Detachable cable with a splitting box for L/R outputs
  • Includes shock mount, hard case, and soft transport case
  • Made from premium materials for durability and reliability

Additional information

Weight 8.5 lbs

Information about Golden

Golden Age Project is an audio manufacturer known for producing vintage-inspired microphones and studio equipment at accessible prices. The brand focuses on classic analogue design, offering tools that capture traditional studio character without the cost of original vintage gear. Golden Age Project microphones are commonly used for vocals and studio recording, delivering warm, characterful sound suited to home and professional studios alike. MicPro suggests Golden Age Project microphones for users looking for classic-style tone and solid performance on a sensible budget.

Information about Microphones

Microphones are essential tools for capturing sound in recording, broadcast, and live performance. Different microphone types are designed for different sources, environments, and uses, from studio vocals and instruments to live sound and field recording. Choosing the right microphone depends on factors such as sound source, room acoustics, sensitivity, and the character you want to capture.

Information about 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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Information about Stereo

Stereo microphones and recording systems capture sound using two channels to create a sense of space and direction. They are commonly used for music recording, ambience, and location sound, providing a more natural and immersive representation of the sound environment.

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