a vintage German dynamic microphone from the late 1960s, originally designed for home recording and semi-professional use. It's now valued for its retro looks and surprisingly capable performance.


CONDITION

EXCELLENT

MODIFIED

TO XLR

INCLUDING

ORIGINAL HARD CASE

ORIGINAL TABLE STAND

Build and Design

Classic tube slim plastic body with a chrome-plated metal head, stylish and durable .

Technical Specifications

  • Type: Dynamic
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency Response: 100 Hz – 18 kHz (relatively wide for its class)
  • Output: ~0.9 mV/Pa (high for a dynamic mic)
  • Impedance: Switchable 200 Ω / 10k Ω
  • Connector: 3-pin DIN
  • Length: 162 mm


Sound and Applications

The GDM 318 offers a relatively high output and a broad frequency response, giving it more clarity and detail than many similar mics from its era. It works where a vintage tone with extra brightness is welcome. Great for retro projects or collectors wanting something that still performs.


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Listed5 months ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • GDM 318
Categories
Year
  • 1969
Made In
  • Germany

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Micster

Freiburg, Germany
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