Offering a vintage and rare working 1960's CALRAD VM-12 Velocity Ribbon Microphone. This is NOT one of those cheaper and smaller Calrad crystal "pill" mics"....this VM-12 model has considerable weight due to its heavy iron ribbon drive. The Japanese were on top of their game with this model, and testing shows it to sound like a professional studio ribbon should. Taking styling cues from the iconic RCA 77, this V-12 model is close to the same size and packs a similar punch sound-wise with a rich audio profile. (We can send you a voice sample.) The casing is in nice overall condition, from the top chromed perforated screens, to the beautiful art-deco chromed support yoke...just some mild wear on the bottom front casing. The screen cloth is clean and smoke/stain free as well. This sale comes with an Electro Voice 423A aluminum desk stand, and is hardwired to a short length of cable to male XLR plug. ** If you don't need the stand, we can trade it for free shipping. ** We also offer combined shipping. **

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** Click on my Reverb username for details. (Text or call 925-998-6996.) With a life-long career in major market broadcast radio in the imaging/audio production field, I continue to buy, sell, collect and restore vintage microphones, primarily from the 1930's through the 1970's. Have a vintage mic to sell, made a purchase and need follow-up, or just have a general question, we're here to help.

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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
  • VM-12
Finish
  • Chrome and black
Categories
Year
  • 1960's
Made In
  • Japan
Polar Pattern
  • Bidirectional
Wired/Wireless
  • Wired
Microphone Type
  • Ribbon

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Pleasant Hill, CA, United States
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