{"title":"Vintage Microphones","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore microphones from Altec, Reslosound, and Coles, including the Altec 654A, Reslo RB with RCA SK46 ribbon, and Coles 4104B with RCA ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"electro-voice-726-cardyne-i-cardioid-dynamic-microphone-1940s-chrome","title":"Electro-Voice 726 Cardyne I Cardioid Dynamic Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n \u003cb\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e\n   Electro-Voice Cardyne I Model 726\n  \u003c\/strong\u003e\n \u003c\/b\u003e\n unidirectional dynamic microphone. Known for its striking mid-century modern design and heavy art deco styling, this massive \"pill\" style microphone was EV's premier flagship answer to the Shure 55. It is a true statement piece for any studio, stage, or vintage audio collection.Condition Summary\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Microphone Body:\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Very Good Condition\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  . The satin chromium die-cast finish retains an excellent luster and presents beautifully. There is\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    light pitting commensurate with age present\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  on the casing, which adds authentic vintage character without detracting from its stunning overall display value. The grille cloth is fully intact with no major staining or tears.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Mechanicals:\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  The tilt mechanism holds its position firmly, and the integrated on\/off slide switch operates smoothly.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Cable:\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Included\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  . The microphone comes with its\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    original vintage 3-pin cable\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  , which is in\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    fair condition\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  . The outer jacket shows typical age-related wear and stiffness, but it is a fantastic, period-correct historical accompaniment.\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Specifications \u0026amp; Features\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Pattern:\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  True Cardioid (utilizing EV's classic Mechanophase system)\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Housing:\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  Heavy die-cast Zamak case in satin chrome finish\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Connector:\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  Original 3-pin Amphenol connection\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Year of Manufacture:\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  Circa 1940s-1950s (Made in South Bend \/ Buchanan, Michigan, USA)\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n \u003ci\u003e\n  \u003cem\u003e\n   Please review the photos carefully to inspect the cosmetic details and light pitting. This microphone is being sold as-is due to its vintage nature.\n  \u003c\/em\u003e\n \u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Electro-Voice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67788227215587,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6544\/1507\/files\/bf3964f1-7c14-405e-8253-1d8ff3a0470b.jpg?v=1792769629"},{"product_id":"sennheiser-mkh-416-p48-shotgun-microphone-package-w-full-rycote-windshield-kit-windjammer","title":"Sennheiser MKH 416-P48 Shotgun Microphone with Rycote Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n \u003cb\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e\n   Sennheiser MKH 416-P48 RF condenser shotgun microphone\n  \u003c\/strong\u003e\n \u003c\/b\u003e\n , paired with a complete\n \u003cb\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e\n   Rycote Windshield modular system\n  \u003c\/strong\u003e\n \u003c\/b\u003e\n . This is the definitive broadcast setup for film, TV, and documentary dialogue, offering elite side-rejection and flawless performance in high-humidity environments.The microphone capsule is clean, and the RF condenser circuitry functions flawlessly with crisp, rich transient response. The Rycote system completely isolates handling noise and survives heavy outdoor wind gusts.\n \u003cb\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e\n   What's Included in This Bundle:\n  \u003c\/strong\u003e\n \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Sennheiser MKH 416-P48 Microphone\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  (Genuine 48V Phantom Power version, not the legacy T-power)\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Rycote Zeppelin Windshield\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  (Modular basket)\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Rycote Shock Mount \u0026amp; Pistol Grip\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  (Equipped with upgraded Lyre suspensions)\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cb\u003e\n   \u003cstrong\u003e\n    Rycote Windsock \u0026amp; Fur Windjammer Cover\n   \u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/b\u003e\n  (Provides maximum wind isolation)\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n \u003cb\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e\n   Condition Notes:\n  \u003c\/strong\u003e\n \u003c\/b\u003e\n \u003cbr\u003e\n Everything is fully tested and 100% operational. The microphone has minor cosmetic wear on the brass body from normal clamp mounting, but no dents. The Rycote Lyre suspensions are tight, and the synthetic fur windjammer has been well-maintained and does not shed.Ships promptly, securely packed, and fully insured. Please feel free to message me with any technical questions!\n \u003cb\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e\n   Tags:\n  \u003c\/strong\u003e\n \u003c\/b\u003e\n \u003cbr\u003e\n Sennheiser MKH416, Shotgun Mic, Rycote Blimp, Windjammer, Location Sound, Film Audio, Production Microphone\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Sennheiser","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67788381257955,"sku":null,"price":849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6544\/1507\/files\/331519ac-4b3f-4476-bd61-03ecd6d062aa.jpg?v=1792771028"},{"product_id":"electro-voice-631b-omni-microphone-vintage-1960s-stainless","title":"Electro-Voice 631B Vintage Omnidirectional Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n Vintage E-V 631B like a 635A, maybe slightly smoother, one of the best harmonic mics out there. In original box. Missing clip ( not an issue if you are a harp player) in very good operational condition with some pitting of finish. This is a 1960's piece man.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Electro-Voice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67788384239843,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6544\/1507\/files\/1c38c4b5-e704-4df9-8a1a-23f3dcc8bfcc.jpg?v=1792771098"},{"product_id":"coles-4104b-noise-canceling-commentator-s-ribbon-microphone-rca-sk46-ribbon","title":"Coles 4104B Commentator Ribbon Microphone with RCA Ribbon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n This mic is from BBC and has been fully restored by Stephen Sank including new, old stock RCA SK46 ribbon, windscreens etc. Sounds better than new! 1 Year warranty. The mic is costs $1099 new and the RCA replacment ribbon is $300. You get a better sounding mic for les. save $$\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n The 4104 Commentator's Noise Cancelling Ribbon Microphone is of British Broadcasting (BBC) design and used for reproducing high quality commentary speech from noisy surroundings by cancelling out a considerable degree of background noise.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n The 4104 has a proven reliable performance capability, being since its introduction used by such broadcasting networks as the BBC, IBA, CBS and ABC.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n The 4104 is not unduly affected by wind noise and can be used in air stream velocities up to 20 mph (32 km) without notable difference in speech quality. With the use of a simple windshield attachment good quality speech reproduction can also be achieved in winds ranging up to 40 mph (64 km) or more.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Importantly the polar response is effectively bi-directional allowing one or more commentators to make clear individual commentary close side by side without interference from mutual cross over talk.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n This microphone is generally regarded as the leader in its field. Wherever it is essential to single out a speaker's voice without transmitting background noise, this is the choice of buyers from all over the world.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Coles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67788384305379,"sku":null,"price":699.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6544\/1507\/files\/56279e81-5f73-4f76-b45e-3237d703d117.jpg?v=1792771106"},{"product_id":"reslosound-ribbon-mic-nos-rca-sk46-camden-ribbon","title":"Reslosound Reslo RB Ribbon Microphone with RCA SK46 Ribbon","description":"\u003cp\u003eClassic Reslo RB ribbon microphone from the 1960s. This Reslo RB has just been re-ribboned with NOS RCA SK46 ribbon element using RCA Camden engineering shop tooling by Stephen Sank. Also new RCA spec cotton voile cloth windscreen wrap and new Neutrik mic cable. Still under warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's common knowledge that these British ribbon mics were made famous by use of The Beatles. For modern studio uses, these ribbons have a pillowy low end and have nice results on guitar and bass amps and in front of a drum kit. With the addition of the RCA SK46 ribbon, this one has a big round mound of sound. While they need some gain, ribbon mics like the Reslo can have issues getting the usable output they need on loud sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere is a small dent in the windscreen body, barely noticeable, that does not affect performance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reslosound","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67788385812707,"sku":null,"price":799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6544\/1507\/files\/0957f84e-88b7-4fd5-808f-3b9db73a8888.jpg?v=1792771158"},{"product_id":"altec-654a-microphone","title":"Altec 654A Vintage Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n THis vintage mic sounds good, costmetiocalyy good except for gaffers tape residue on mic body. It will come off with goof off. No mic clip.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Altec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67788388532451,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6544\/1507\/files\/1fb529ac-aa3f-491c-bbfb-ebd1701119a0.jpg?v=1792771194"},{"product_id":"sennheiser-mkh816t-shotgun-microphone","title":"Sennheiser MKH816T Shotgun Microphone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n Sennheiser MKH816T Full size shotgun mic, balc  finish has come off in a few spoits, seephotos, but works well. Vinatge tone.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Sennheiser","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67788389056739,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6544\/1507\/files\/4609ab84-a72b-4166-b8f5-1912d1eb4b8b.jpg?v=1792771209"}],"url":"https:\/\/bluewater-pro.com\/collections\/vintage-microphones.oembed","provider":"Bluewater Pro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}