Hello and welcome to The House of Chrome.

 You are looking at a unique and rare early Astatic model D-104 crystal microphone from the 1940's (possibly 1930's) that comes with a nice Snyder cast iron desk stand.

 You'll notice right away that while this looks like the newer D-104's of the past 60 years this one has a few differences that are quite obvious. This model was intended to either be mounted to a desk stand from the bottom or it could be used in a ring with springs. This mic had two options and still has the four original hooks that screw into the side of the mic.

 It also has more screws in the rear of the mic that hold the inner components together. Astatic eventually changed that design giving the newer D-104 just 8 screws instead of this models 11. You don't see too many of these early D-104's around.

 The D-104 was manufactured by Astatic in Youngstown, Ohio and was to be used as a public address mic as it's non-directional. It was a very popular design for this company and they continued to make the single element D-104 model for many decades retaining the same overall style. This D-104 has the early riveted badge and is actually much thicker than the regular D-104. This D-104 also has the shorter built in early chrome lower mechanism where the later models had the F-11 adapter.

  The mic still has the original element and while it looks perfect the wiring will need to be redone so I don't know if the element actually works? I would recommend using this strictly as a display model due to the unknown working condition.

 The cable on this mic actually ran through the bottom of the mics head. That cable was cut years ago.

 The polished chrome body is free of any deep scratches, corrosion or dents. Very lite scratches and scuffs only. I would rate the cosmetic condition a conservative 7 out of 1 - 10 and the Astatic badge is very nice and legible as well.

 The period aluminum desk stand really compliments this mic and makes a great platform. It's in very nice overall condition with very lite wear on the base. There is a 6 1/2 inch riser with a chrome adapter to seat the mic. With the mic on top it's appx 11 inches tall X 5 inches wide.

 The stand has 4 new felt pads on the bottom of the base and they work excellent to keep this stand from scratching any surface it may rest on. There is an exit hole in the base for a cable to exit.

 A very nice piece that will draw attention anywhere it's shown. If you demand a D-104 that few others have then this is your girl.

              As with all my vintage microphones for sale...

  I can promise you will be happy with it for the price paid. If not...I have a no hassle return policy. The return shipping will be on you as I believe that's fair but the purchase price would be refunded. Simply return in the same nice condition...period. Check my rating. International buyers are welcome as well. BUYER MUST PAY WITHIN 24 HOURS or will lose rights to this item, unpaid item report will be filed and will be relisted. If you don't intend on buying this...do not commit to buy please. Domestic buyer will get priority shipping.

  If you have any questions feel free to ask and...thanks for looking.

Listeda year ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • D-104
Finish
  • Chrome
Categories
Year
  • 1930's
Made In
  • United States

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