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    Cascade Microphones FAT HEAD Ribbon Microphone

    Cascade Microphones FAT HEAD Ribbon Microphone - Optional Lundahl and CimeMag transformer models available
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    Cascade Microphones FAT HEAD Ribbon Microphone 

    New black body now shipping

     How does the FAT HEAD differ from similar competitive models:

     

    1). Radian grill (bows out) adds better frequency response vs. flat closed grill.
    2). Upgrade suspension mount vs. clip.
    3). 2.5 Micron vs. 6 Micron ribbon element ...symmetrical ribbon placement...offers a true figure 8 pattern (6 micron is considered to thick).
    4). Grill is manufactured from Zinc Alloy vs. iron (iron is prone to rust).
    5). Accurate specifications....preformed by Cross spectrum Labs vs. no real specifications.
    6). High quality wood box w/ large polished nickel latch and hinges plus upgrade aluminum case vs. clip and vinyl pouch.
    7). Manufactured to a higher quality standard in a different manufacturing plant.
    8). Engraved serial number vs. no serial number.
    9). Quality control...every microphone is inspected for audio and build quality before it leaves our shop vs. no USA inspection.

    Click here to read the review
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    Cascade Ribbon Microphones Feature Center-Field Technology
    "Balanced Audio Input"

         

    FAT HEADS on tour with Pat Metheny/Mehldau Quartet
     
    Similar to the ribbon design that was used in the legendary RCA Type 44-BX

    "The Cascade FAT HEAD Ribbon microphone sounded wonderful and made me recall my dad using the classic RCA 44BXs ribbons around the time he was recording Elvis. This Cascade microphone sounds a lot like a 44 to me, smooth and clear with a warmth to the bottom end that's full and pleasing."

    Nashville's David Malloy is a veteran producer, engineer and songwriter who has Forty #1 Billboard records so far.  He has recorded artists ranging from Reba McEntire to the Oak Ridge Boys to Rosanne Cash and Dolly Parton and many others.

    David Malloy/Producer/Engineer/Songwriter

    Customer Comment:

    Hey guys. I am a recording engineer in Florence, AL. A friend let me borrow his fat head  and said i would love it. I used it on sax and  instantly i was blown away. I did an a/b with a RCA 44BX and everyone  in the room chose your fat over the RCA.  I will be purchasing a  stereo pair of these within the next week.

    Thank you for a great product.

    Chris Bethea
    www.chrisbethea.com
    www.myspace.com/ovenrecording

     

    New Super-wide Grill

      Offers better sensitivity  

    $159.00 Includes FAT HEAD Ribbon Microphone, Premium Suspension Mount, Quality Wood Box and Aluminum Storage.

    Legendary symmetrical ribbon design is incorporated into the FAT HEAD

    Unlike most ribbon motors designed today with an offset ribbon the new Cascade FAT HEAD houses a hand-tuned  ribbon element that incorporates the legendary symmetrical ribbon design. This design offers a true figure 8 pattern. The corrugated aluminum membrane itself is positioned in the center from front to back, thus producing a balanced audio input signal to both sides of the ribbon assembly. This design is very useful when executing a mid-side or Blumlein recording set-up and also great for live stage use.  The FAT HEAD warm full-bodied signature and increased sensitivity is what you would expect and demand from a professional ribbon microphone and the FAT HEAD delivers. The FAT HEAD is suited for guitar cabinets,  drum over-heads, vocal, piano, horns, strings and much more.

    Testimonial

    I've been thoroughly enjoying my Fathead, and have been using it like crazy on many projects in my studio lately.  I've been through a lot of ribbons over the past few years, and none have remained, except for the Cascade.  One of the best mics I've ever owned.  I have clients now requesting, and choosing this mic over many other 'fancy' ones as well.  Thought I'd send a clip of the mic in action in the real world.  This is a tune by Eric Scott on his upcoming release 'Red'.  The Fathead was used on all vocal tracks, as a drum 'room' mic, and to record the songbells (think glockenspiel) as well.  The mic really helped us capture that old school motowny/stax vibe we were trying to re-create.  Thanks for making such a killer mic!

    Scott Smith

    Producer/Engineer    

    Grammy Nominee Jim Van Cleve

    http://www.jimvancleve.com

    The FAT HEAD offers a unique Radian Grill Design

    The Cascade FAT HEAD offers the natural and open sound associated with the finest ribbon microphones. You will find that when recording acoustic guitars, guitar cabinets, vocals, drum over-heads, and countless other types of instruments, the ribbon microphone will produce the warmth that is vital to today's digital recording environment. We firmly believe you will also agree that this microphone will make a great addition to your collection. 

    We inspect the audio and built quality of each and every Cascade microphone before it leaves our shop, once you try one...you'll be a believer.

    Specifications

    • Type: Ribbon (velocity) Microphone
    • Ribbon type & Dimensions: 99% Pure aluminum, 2.5 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: 30 to -18,000 Hz (+/- 3dB)
    • Output Impedance: <=200 Ohms
    • Recommended load impedance: >1000 Ohms
    • Max.SPL (1% THD @1000 Hz): 165 dB
    • Connector: 3-Pin male XLR
    • Size: Diameter: 3” (O.D. grill), overall length 6 1/2”, 7/8" (O.D. body)

    Includes

    • FAT HEAD Ribbon Microphone
    • Premium suspension shockmount 
    • Wood box with heavy-duty latch and hinge and Aluminum case
    • Micro-fiber cleaning cloth
    Cascade Microphones do not qualify for the "Make offer option."

     

    The basics of Blumlein recording

     
    Specs. PDF:View PDF Technical Specs
    Manufacturer's site:http://www.cascademicrophones.com
    Availability: Usually ships within 24hrs.
    Sale price: $ 159.00 (No sales tax outside of WA)

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