Custom Handmade Active Binaural Stereo Microphone Head – Phantom Powered – Ambient / Room / ASMR Mic

Description

Custom-built active binaural stereo microphone made using a mannequin head platform with internally powered microphone circuits running on standard 48V phantom power.

This is not just a novelty piece — it is a genuinely useful and great sounding spatial/ambient recording microphone. It was designed specifically for immersive stereo recordings and excels at capturing natural room depth and realism.

Applications where this mic really shines:

• Nature and ambient recordings
• Rain / thunderstorm recordings
• Acoustic guitar room mic
• Large room and live room capture
• Experimental / cinematic audio
• ASMR and immersive stereo recording
• Audience recordings and rehearsal spaces

The binaural format creates an extremely natural stereo image with realistic depth and spatial cues. The molded ear structure helps create a more lifelike stereo field compared to standard spaced stereo microphones.

The microphone uses active internal circuitry and operates via standard 48V phantom power.

Rear-mounted:

• Dual Switchcraft XLR outputs
• Balanced outputs

Sound-wise, this microphone works especially well as a room microphone. Acoustic instruments sound very open and dimensional through it. It also works well as a drum room mic, although very loud sources may benefit from external attenuation/padding depending on preamp gain staging.

Cosmetically it has a very cool handmade “broadcast lab prototype” / experimental studio aesthetic and makes a great conversation piece in a studio while also being fully functional.

This is a one-of-a-kind custom build.

Condition

Good working condition. Fully functional. Cosmetic wear consistent with a handmade custom piece.