Comparing the elements

Feature 

Black Thunder 

Red Devil 

Music Styles 

Chicago blues, (blues) rock 

Chicago blues, (blues) rock, pop, country, americana 

Dynamic Range 

Slightly narrower, focused more on low-mid frequencies 

Wider, more balanced, handles subtle nuances well; very responsive to hand techniques 

Tone Character 

Compressed, darker tone 

Smoother, more balanced tone; responsive to hand techniques 

Compression / Distortion 

More compression, faster distortion onset 

Natural, gradual breakup; more responsive to cupping 

Recommended Experience Level 

Beginner to Intermediate 

Intermediate to advanced players 

Comparable To 

Compares to a Bulletini 

Compares to a crisp CR element or a Crystal 

Output Level 

High 

High 

DC Resistance 

Approx. 1050 ohm 

Approx. 1050 ohm 

Impedance 

High 

High 

Recommended Shells 

Fits almost any shell 

Fits almost any shell 

Price 

€85 

€109 

 

Husky Black Thunder Hi-Z Element



After a lot of testing and trying I've created this powerfull Husky Black Thunder high impedance element. It has lots of low fat tone and great output. Measuring some 1050dc ohm.

 

Great replacement for any element.

 

The element standard fits a CM/CR gasket. I can also supply the gasket

 

Price € 85,-

 

Order it here and provide specific needs. 

 

For comparison of the elements go to REVIEWS


Want to sound like Paul Lamb?

I recently built Paul Lamb a custom microphone. Using the Geloso 400 shell.

What he is actually recommending is the Red Devil element that is inside the shell!

What is the Red Devil element? like the Shure CM/CR elements, it is a high impedance, large membrane dynamic element. It is built from new parts. With the problem of the older elements going extinct I felt a need for a new element that could compete with the oldies.

 

The Red Devil element is the product of that quest. And I can say it not only competes with the old elements it beats them!

I have two microphone designs, the Mini Bullet Edge and the Husky Howler. Both can be equipped with that phenomenal Red Devil element and you will have the same tool as Paul!

Check out my website and find the microphone that you like!

Husky Red Devil element

After desigining the Black Thunder I created a new element, as there was demand for a more crystal like element. The Red Devil Element is a large diaphragm (40MM) element. I would describe the tone of this element as powerful and cutting with a lot of dynamics from deep lows through the mids and up to the highs with a crunchy breakup. To reach the deep low tones you do need a fairly airtight cupping technique. This is a major difference with the Black Thunder element where a tight cup is not absolutely necessary for deep lows and nasty breakup. This does mean that the Red Devil holds in itself a wider variety of sound colors. It is a welcome partner as a backup for a vulnerable crystal mic or a first reach for any experienced player or anyone willing to challenge him or herself to become better.

 

Price is € 109

 

order here

 

For comparison of the elements go to REVIEWS


Amps and elements

The Red Devil works really wel on darker sounding amp. The Black Thunder can be helpful when adding some darkness to a brighter amp.

 

For comparison of the elements go to REVIEWS


In which shell?

Of course the straight forward way is to order one of my microphones. The Mini Bullet Edge or the Husky Howler can both house the Red Devil element and the Black Thunder.

Both elements can also be placed inside many other mics. 

 

Order and options here