Cascade Knuckle Head Classic Vintage-Style Ribbon Microphone

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The KNUCKLE HEAD passive ribbon microphone combines the acoustic components of the successful Fat Head ribbon with a shock-mounted retro headbasket design reminiscent of early broadcast microphones.

The ribbon motor uses Neodymium magnets surrounding a 2.2-micron corrugated aluminum ribbon measuring 5mm x 45mm. The ribbon is mounted symmetrically within the magnetic gap, the front and back of the mic produces the same voicing.

The ribbon motor and headbasket are suspended within a 6-inch diameter metal hoop by eight springs. The output transformer is located within the cylindrical shaft below the shockmount hoop.

Typical Suggested Uses:

• Acoustic & Electric Guitars
• Vocals
• Horns
• Strings
• Banjo, Mandolin, Dobro
• Drums (overhead)

Specifications:

• Type: Ribbon (velocity) Microphone
• Ribbon type & Dimensions: 99% Pure aluminum, micron, 1 3/4" (L) X 3/16" (W)

• Polar pattern: Figure 8 Symmetrical design

• Sensitivity: -56 db +/- 2 dB (0 dB=1V/Pa)

• Frequency response: See PDF below

• Output Impedance: <=200 Ohms

• Recommended load impedance:>1000 Ohms Max.SPL (1% THD @1000 Hz): 135 dB

• Connector: 3-Pin male XLR

• Size: Diameter: O.D. grill:3", O.D. ring:6", O.D. body:1", Overall length:10"

Includes:

• Knuckle Head ribbon microphone
• Aluminum flight case
• Adjustable mounting clip