Cascade Microphones Fat Head Ribbon Microphone (Black / Gold)
The Cascade Microphones Fat Head Ribbon Microphone is cost effective yet versatile enough to handle any vocal or instrument recording, and live sound application. The Fat Head features a hand-tuned ribbon element that incorporates the legendary symmetrical ribbon design in order to achieve a true symmetrical figure 8 polar pattern. Its frequency and sensitivity response deliver pristine audio results, and the element's design is very useful when executing a mid-side or Blumlein recording. The Fat Head ships with a shockmount, wood box and an aluminum case.
- Scoop grill design with flat and spherical sides
- Hand-tuned ribbon element
- True figure 8 pattern
- Balanced audio input signal to both sides of the ribbon assembly
- Suited for guitar cabinets, drum over-heads, vocal, piano, horns, strings and more
| Transducer |
Ribbon (velocity) Microphone 99% Pure aluminum, 2.5 micron |
| Polar Pattern | Symmetrical Figure 8 |
| Frequency Response | 30 - 18kHz (3dB) |
| Maximum Input Sound Level | (1% THD@1,000Hz): 165dB |
| Impedance |
Output Impedance: < / = 200 Ohms
Recommended load impedance: > 1000 Ohms |
| Power Requirements | None |
| Output Connectors | 3-Pin male XLR |
| Dimensions (LxDiameter) | 6.50 x 3" (16.51 x 7.62cm) |
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75%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good audio (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home studio (3)
- Professional recording (3)
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Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Portable Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Cascade Microphones Fat Head Ribbon Microphone (Black / Gold):
I have been using this microphone to record audition tapes for Orchestras. I have been using a zoom H4N as a pre-amp and recording directly into garage band. The set up is not ideal but the quality of the mic is not hidden. I have been recording in a very big room, not too wet, and the mic does a good job picking up both the core of my sound and the reverberant room sound. I look forward to using it in different settings with a better pre-amp and recording software.
Pros
- Clear Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Cascade Microphones Fat Head Ribbon Microphone (Black / Gold):
The Fat Head is an absolute dynamo. I used it once on acoustic guitar and haven't stopped using it since. Sounds great on just about everything you put in front of it. It does have darker sound than say a small diaphragm condenser, so I wouldn't recommend it as an overhead mic.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Impressed with the case
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
Comments about Cascade Microphones Fat Head Ribbon Microphone (Black / Gold):
I've been using it so far to mic my guitar amp and really like the sound I'm getting. It's rich and full and when used in combination with some other mics(sm-57)gives a great a balanced sound.
Pros
- Clear Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
Comments about Cascade Microphones Fat Head Ribbon Microphone (Black / Gold):
I use the mic to amplify an acoustic guitar. I want a nice warm tone and I want the tone to be essentially the same as the unmic'ed tone only louder. This is pretty much what I get. [...]
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Warm sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Cascade Microphones Fat Head Ribbon Microphone (Black / Gold):
I used the Fat Head to record my latest composition, a Jazz acoustic guitar duet. The sound was very warm, like you would expect from vintage equipment. I have not found anything not to like about this microphone yet.
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Accessory Packages
- Price: $57.95
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- Original: $15.99
- Save: $1.60
- Price: $14.39
Pop Filters
- Price: $25.95
Stands & Support
- Price: $19.95
What's in the Box
- Premium Suspension Shockmount
- Deluxe Oil Stained Wood Box
- Aluminum Case
- Micro-fiber Cleaning Cloth
- Specifications and Typical Measurement Report
- 5 Year Limited Warranty
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