Golden Age Audio Project R1 active Mk3
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Golden Age Audio
Project R1 active Mk3
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The R1 Mk3 is a seriously impressive ribbon mic for the money. Its active design gives it a surprisingly clean and strong signal, making it ideal for recording brass, electric guitars, and even vocals where a darker, more intimate tone is desired. It's a great choice for home studios or anyone wanting that classic ribbon character without the usual fragility and preamp requirements.
Product Description
- Golden Age Audio Project R1 active Mk3
- Ribbon Microphone
- Active
- Directional characteristic: Figure 8
- Frequency range: 30 - 18000 Hz +/- 3 dB
- Sensitivity: -40 dB (0 dB=1V/Pa) @ 1 kHz
- Max. SPL (<1% THD @ 1kHz): 150 dB
- Output impedance: 50 Ohm sym
- Recommended load impedance: > 1000 Ohm
- Dimensions: 69 x 185 mm
- Weight: 850 g
- • Active preamp boosts signal, reducing noise floor significantly.
- • Aluminum voice coil delivers a surprisingly detailed high-end response.
- • Figure-8 pattern excels for stereo recording and creative mic techniques.
- • Robust construction feels solid, hinting at long-term reliability.
- • Lower sensitivity requires a higher-gain preamp for optimal use.
- • Figure-8 pattern limits versatility for solo vocalists needing tight isolation.
- • The body's weight (850g) can be cumbersome on lighter stands.
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