Description: Offering a vintage super-rare 1930's AMPERITE RA-1 Velocity Ribbon Microphone. It was the first ribbon mic ever produced by the Amperite Corporation in New York City! This is a heavy microphone, and despite a more "basic" style when compared to the sexier RCA mics, the sound has been very positively compared by experts to the iconic RCA 74B. The exterior has been physically restored with the correct type of crinkle-finish black paint and Amperite logo like it originally had. Most importantly, inside, its original ribbon motor and transformer are in excellent shape, tested and producing good quality audio. (Note: These older ribbon mics do require preamplification be obtain the desired output.) Fresh screen cloth has been installed inside the cage to help protect the delicate ribbon and keep the internals dust-free, plus is hardwired to a 10' cable with male XLR plug. The mic is compatible with any 5/8" stand, and includes the tiered deco desk stand shown. This is your opportunity to own an early & historic American ribbon microphone with recording studio/broadcast quality. ** Always safe secure packaging and fast fair shipping. Ask about combined shipping. ** ** WE BUY VINTAGE MICS, INVENTORY REGULARLY UPDATED **** Click on my eBay username for details. (Text or call) 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 from the 1920's through the 1970's. Have a vintage mic to sell, thinking of making a purchase or have a general question, we're here to help.
Price: 885 USD
Location: Pleasant Hill, California
End Time: 2024-03-02T19:43:13.000Z
Shipping Cost: 17.95 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Model: RA-1 Ribbon
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Type: Vintage Ribbon Microphone
Brand: Amperite Ribbon
