There have been some good discussions on here about them already. It seems past consensus was they use some standard and cheap Chinese parts but are hand wired (in Oregon,USA) into reworked plumbing fixtures to give a vintage or steampunk look. Lots of positive testimonials and I havent seen a negative one yet.
They are suppose to sound and perform decently for both live and recording purposes especially for a 3 or 4 piece band looking to dance around a single condenser microphone. I am aware of the limitations of condenser mics for live use but these are supposedly much less feed back prone. We know we cant use them in really noisy bars backed by walls and windows.
The draw is not only looks, but supposedly less feedback than the AT 4033 and other sensitive studio oriented condenser mics.
We are playing out more and looking to do more self recording. I like the look and I'm really looking hard at one. They seem expensive(500 bucks) and I'm guessing there is a surcharge for the looks, novelty, and hand made USA stigma. Is there something that is cheaper that would suite better or be more road warrior robust? Anyone want to try to shed more light? Tried one ? Enablers all?
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