Cascade V55 Tube Microphone

Product Description

The Cascade Microphones V55 is a unique tube condenser microphone, featuring an oversize dual-backplate, 6-micron, 35 mm capsule. The V55 offers 9 polar patterns which include omni, cardioid, figure-8 and 6 intermediate stages that are selectable on a custom vintage style power supply. The tube pre-amplifier circuit uses a hand selected EH 6072a vacuum tube which can be rolled with a variety of other 7-pin preamp tubes. Finally the V55 is fitted with the world's finest Swedish made LUNDAHL LL1935 transformer making it perfect for recording studio applications.

Capsule Specifications:

• Front and rear sides of the capsule are matched to within 1dB in sensitivity
• Diaphragm diameter: 27.1 mm
• Capsule depth: 12.3 mm
• Membrane composition: 6-micron Mylar,  Gold-Sputtered

Includes:

• V55 large-diaphragm condenser tube mic featuring 9 polar patterns which include omni, cardioid, figure-8 and 6 intermediate stages
• Swedish made LUNDAHL LL1935  transformer
• 2x Electro Harmonix 6072/12AY7 EH 6072A/12AY7 Russian tube (includes extra tube for spare)
• 15' Mogami Neglex 3172 microphone cable fitted w/Neutrik 7-pin XLR connectors
• Custom vintage style power supply
• Pangea Audio AC 14SE MKII Signature Power Cable - 2 Meter w/ Cardas Grade One Copper center conductor
• Leatherette storage pouch
• Classic tweed flight case

Applications:

• Acoustic & Electric Guitars
• Vocals
• Horns
• Strings
• Banjo, Mandolin, Dobro
• Drums (overhead)

Note: The weight of the V55 is 3lbs. This microphone requires a heavy duty stand.