Offered here is a Coles 4040 Studio Ribbon Microphone, made in England and presented in excellent condition. The microphone has been tested and confirmed to be fully functional, and it has clearly been very well cared for. The distinctive finish is exceptionally clean with minimal signs of previous handling, and the grille is intact with no obvious dents or deformation.

The microphone includes its original fitted Coles hard case and protective cloth bag. Please note that the original microphone mount is not included. Everything included in the sale is shown in the photographs.

The 4040 is a professional passive ribbon microphone with a classic figure-8 (bidirectional) polar pattern. It offers the smooth, natural character associated with Coles ribbon microphones while incorporating a more contemporary design and extended high-frequency response.

Its balanced ribbon character makes it an excellent choice for vocals, guitar and bass cabinets, acoustic instruments, brass, strings, percussion, and room or ambient recording. The figure-8 pattern also lends itself particularly well to stereo recording techniques and applications where strong side rejection is useful.

What Makes the Coles 4040 Special?

The 4040 is a discontinued and relatively uncommon model in the Coles microphone lineage. Instead of simply reproducing the company's iconic 4038 design, Coles developed the 4040 as a more modern evolution of its ribbon technology, using newer magnet technology to achieve greater output and a broader frequency response.

This gives the 4040 a distinctive place in the Coles family: it retains the company's celebrated ribbon heritage while offering characteristics aimed at contemporary studio recording. Because the model is no longer produced and appears less frequently on the used market than the 4038, it is an especially interesting microphone for recording engineers, producers, studios, and collectors seeking a less commonly encountered Coles ribbon.

Coles 4040 Features

• Professional passive studio ribbon microphone
• Figure-8 / bidirectional polar pattern
• 30 Hz–20 kHz frequency response
• Smooth, natural ribbon character
• 300-ohm output impedance
• Standard 3-pin XLR connection
• Internally shock-mounted ribbon/magnet assembly
• Brass body with stainless-steel screens
• Rugged professional construction
• No phantom power required
• Made in England
• Discontinued Coles model

Condition

Excellent. Fully tested and confirmed to be working properly. The microphone has been carefully maintained and shows minimal cosmetic wear. The grille, body, and finish are exceptionally clean, with no obvious major dents, cracks, corrosion, or other significant damage.

Included

• Coles 4040 Studio Ribbon Microphone
• Original fitted Coles hard carrying case
• Coles protective cloth bag
• Additional accessories pictured, not including the mount.

The microphone mount is not included. Please review all photographs, as they show the exact microphone and contents included in the sale.