3552C Passive Ribbon Microphone

$1,295.00

DESCRIPTION – With unique technology, design features, quality materials, and construction, Potofone Ribbon Microphones are the correct choice for studio and live performance recording. The Potofone 3552C has a figure-8 pattern and a frequency response that is flat from 30 to 15,000 Hz. The Potofone 3552C ribbon transducer is of a unique design that minimizes the signal path, from the front to the back of the ribbon. The 3552C is manufactured and hand-assembled in the USA from state-of-the-art transducers, transformers, and materials.

DESCRIPTION – With unique technology, design features, quality materials, and construction, Potofone Ribbon Microphones are the correct choice for studio and live performance recording. The Potofone 3552C has a figure-8 pattern and a frequency response that is flat from 30 to 15,000 Hz. The Potofone 3552C ribbon transducer is of a unique design that minimizes the signal path, from the front to the back of the ribbon. The 3552C is manufactured and hand-assembled in the USA from state-of-the-art transducers, transformers, and materials.

“The recording sounds as 'real' as the instruments sounded in the room.”

Chris Butler - Producer - Future Fossil Music

  • Fine non-magnetic stainless steel grills set into a machined anodized 6061 aluminum housing with molded high abuse end caps. Internally shock suspended, non-ferrous magnet motor armature eliminates stray magnetic fields and unwanted eddy currents. Included open-front external shock mount allows for close mic placement and an unimpeded sound path.

  • Ribbon Specs: 99% Pure aluminum, 1.8 microns, 2" (L) X 3/16" (W)

    Figure-8 polar pattern - Frequency response: 30 to 15,000 Hz

    Powerful custom rare earth neodymium magnets

    Ultra short path ribbon motor

    Dual vibration isolation - internal and external shock mounting

    Electrically transparent field housing

    Meticulously crafted CineMag™ transformer

    High-abuse mil-spec Neutrik™ XLR connector

    Handmade and hand-tuned in the USA (see mfg breakdown)

    Output Impedance: 3.3K ohms

    Recommended load impedance: 1400 ohms

  • L6-5/8" H (168 mm) x 2" (50 mm) x 2" (50 mm) Weight: 16.2 oz. (462 g).- including shock mount.

  • Each Potofone Microphone is packaged in a foam-suspended weatherproof, shockproof hard case. The hard case supports the microphone and shock mount in a "ready to use" setup. Includes lint-free protective bag, instructions, and warranty info card.