Vintage sold microphones #1
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Sekova SD1
Very rare 60's Japanese microphone. This is a wonderful sounding stick mic.
Perfect output. Low-mid-high in perfect balance imho. On/Off switch with no cracks. Lovely silver ball grill. Switchcraft like connector.
Impedance around 1100 Ohms, just perfect...so sweet! It is exactly the same as the Teisco DM-109
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Leson TW205AC
Very rare Japanese 70's chopped CB microphone. It used to be on a stand. The original boring grill I replaced by a chromed grill from an old crystal element.
It looks a lot like the old Turners, but this one has the attractive embossed linework on the body.
Inside is a 70's German dynamic element and I added an impedance transformer. The element is now very hot (around 1300 Ohms) and no feedback.
To be able to put the mic on a flat surface I installed a Switchcraft regular guitarplug. Original blue paint
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diam. 61mm / weight 287g
Kent M135
This is a brandname but it is actally an Aiwa.
Inside is a Shure white label high impedance element 99A556
Such a cool volume knob on the back!
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Hohner Bluesblaster
Hohner Bluesblaster 100% original
With inside the Red Devil Element in a custom gasket
This one went to Sweden!
Aiwa/Intel DM14
Under the name of Intel this is the Aiwa DM14.
Addes the volume control and switchcraft connector
Great little harp microphone with a massive output and great tone
Only 130g
Length 9cm
Diameter 3,5 cm
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- 0,2 kg
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Philips EL6031P "The Tulip"
Philips "Tulp" microphone. Used by many among them Fidel Castro and Mick Jagger to name a few. (see pics)
This one I polished and inserted a vintage Philips medium impedance element. Added a transformer making it high impedance.
Beatifull sound like a crystal element. Very present in mids and highs. Reaching those lows with a good cup!
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Monarch DM109
Monarch DM-109. Came under other brandnames Sekova/Himike/Fentone
It is a Japanese dynamic high impedance microphne 1940 Ohms.
It sounds amazingly good! The switch still works. It has a micro Switch craft connector. I have a cable that connects to the mic.
Dr. Steeg & Reuter DM-2
Dr. Steeg & Reuter ultra rare microphone.
Steeg & Reuter is a company that is 150 years old. They specialize in optics. One of the owners was also the owner of Leica. From the camera's. We're talking late 1800s. And this microphone is probably a side project. And not many we're built.
Inside is a very strong Black Thunder element.
Diameter is 48 mm
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Sonotone Voice of Music
Sonotone Voice of Music. Ceramic stick mic
SOLD Ronette GS210
Beautifully preserved Ronette GS210 with the original FC5 element. Very strong output, I would say 100%. The chrome is not perfect after 80 somewhat years but it is still in great condition.
Price was € 275
Now € 225
Contact me for more details
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- 0,5 kg
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Astatic T3 chopped
Empty chopped T3 shell with volume control.
Can be deliverd with Red Devil or Black Thunder element
It looks a bit rough now, but it will be restored
Astatic T3
1938 Astatic T-3 Harpmic. The original element was still inside, but it was dead. I built a new vintage element. A Japanese sixties dynamic element into an airtight capsule icw an impedance transformer creating some 1200 Ohms.
The chrome is somewhat worn but adding to the vintage look
I secured the fastening ring that is still on the handle.
Sounds killer
A new Switchcraft connector, all new wiring.
Astatic JT30
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The one everyone wants. The Astatic JT30.
This one is from the late 40's early 50's.
It has the original Astatic crystal element inside MC-101.
It sounds great. The chrome is 100% as well as the hammertone grey on the outside.
Switchcraft connector.
In beautiful shape.
Argonne M131 Big Walter
Produced in the 50s and 60s. Along with the Astatic JT30 this microphone was played by Big Walter Horton as one of his favorites.
It came under different brandnames Herald, Monarch, Calrad and Primo.
The crystal element has been replaced with a Shure CM element 99a86 March 1968
All new wiring and Switchcraft connector.
In beautiful original mat green.
SOLD Akai DM13 chopped
In my opinion the absolute best stickmic that can compete with a Shure dynamic element
I chopped this one.
It is very light weight and has a wonderful grip.
In the back is a 6.35 plug connector.
diam. 34mm / weight 130g
Check out what others have to say about this monster here.
Aiwa M120
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Original crystal element was inside but had very little response so I threw it out. Inside is now a Shure CM 99K86 Hi-Z element dated Aug. '59
It sounds awesome!
This shell is lightweight compared to a green bullet. It is fitted with a Switchcraft connector.
Volume control optional.
Aiwa DM10 chopped
I love Aiwa's for amplified harp. This one is good for it's clean tone. It has a lot of bite, but is not too crunchy or nasty.
Imo very good for playing themes. Very good for recording as well.
The mic was about double the size it is now. I chopped half of it. In the back is an Switchcraft-like connector from Aiwa.
diam. 33mm / weight 162g
Great little mic. Check out some notes here
Aiwa DM14
This little Japanese dynamic mic has been honoured by many harp players for it's outstanding performance.
Aoi UD-116
Dual Impedance Uni-directional microphone 600-50KOhm from Japan
This microphone is suitable for clean amplification. No heavy crunches, no deep lows but beautiful mids and friendly highs.
No screaming and no dirt on this microphone.
Twist the connector to switch from medium impedance to high impedance,
In the original box
Monacor DM88 Gold Dual Impedance
Crown MD180
Diam. 42mm / weight 192g
1950's Japanese dynamic microphone 2400Ohms. This mic!!!! It sounds like a beast. Just like all the Hi-Z Japanese mics.
To me it looks like an Aiwa rip-off or manufactured under license of Aiwa. It resembles the Aiwa DM-11. It has a nice patina.
I disconnected the original cord and installed a new Switchcraft connector. All wiring is new.
Beautiful lows!
The stand connector is still in place.
Electrovoice 630
diam. 47mm / weight 425g
Pure vintage piece of art from the 1940's. Beautiful patina on this one. The original element has been replaced, the impedance transformer is still in place. It has 1202 Ohms impedance DCR.
It has a nice full and warm tone.
The switch is still functional but can be disabled.
It comes with the original 3-pin vintage Amphenol connector and cable.
BEAG MD-14N
BEAG (Budapesti Elektroakusztikai Gyár) Hungarian microphone from 1966. Originally a Medium-Z Impedance microphone. I installed an impedance transformer to crank it up to high impedance.
It sounds amazing. Deep lows thanks to the open structure, and no feedback! Massive output
This microphone was used in public transport throughout Hungary.
5-pin connector is replaced by a new Switchcraft XLR connector with pin 2 being hot.
SOLD Astatic W80 (pre-JT30)
This is a 1946 Astatic W80. It is the pre JT30 model.
In the original brown paint with a powerful Shure black label CR element around 1300 Ohm dated februari 1952.
The shell is slightly shorter than the later JT30 and a bit more pointed at the rear
Original lightning bold tag.
Brand new gasket and wiring.
Astatic 200s babyblue
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This beautiful vintage patina Astatic 200s is customized and chopped.
Special patina and electric coroding has been applied to the body.
A switchcraft connector has been assembled.
Fully rewired and fitted with a vintage Turner 21C ceramic very hot element.
Geloso 400
Geloso 400
Has no element yet
Can be fitted ith
Volume control
New element
Switchcraft connector
Will be polished, cleaned up
Rare item
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Grundig GDM313 Chopped
diam. 32mm / weight 124g
A German reel to reel mic.
Chopped and with a Switchcraft connector.
Has a very responsive dynamic element inside with a clean and crisp tone.
Cause of the shape of the head of the mic it is very steady in your hands, you're not likely to drop it.
Good for recording clean tone.
Electrovoice 630R
All original EV630 Hi-Z from the sixties
Very strong element 1020 Ohm DCR
Chrome is in fanatastic shape. Also the switch is working without cracks or noises.
Rare 630 model. The mic shape is a little different than the common 630.
Elektrosignal S32
1950's Czech Republic dynamic microphone with very high output. OG element.
A volume control and a Switchcraft connector tightly fit in this nicely polished diecast shell.
Very rare model. Nice and small for someone with smaller hands. It is a nice fit for a tight cup!
diam. 48mm / weight 275g
Electrovoice M43U
Beautiful polished microphone.
Output is around 1500 Ohms DCR and sounds amazing. Installed a new Switchcraft 2501MP connector.
This mic was originally military green and was used as microphone in army tanks.
Crown MC-110
Crown MC-110 with a beautiful chromed body. The powerful crystal element has a really warm, full tone. Strong output 100% element.
The on/off switch has been disconnected and a 2501MP Switchcraft connector has been installed.
For those who love stick mics, this is a perfect little mic.
All wiring is new.
This mic is undated but probably from the 50's
Primo M131 Ratlook
diam. 62mm / weight 302g
Customized Primo M131, also sold under Argonne and Calrad. The original crystal element is replaced with a Grundig dynamic element combined with an impedance transformer. It has great output around 1300 Ohms.
All wiring is new as is the Switchcraft 1/4" input.
The shell has been cut in half and is now 2cm shorter than the original mic.
Custom ratlook patina paintjob.
Clear varnish finish
Primo M131 NOS
Untouched Primo M131 crystal mic. It was still in the plastic when I found it. The chrome and the paint are all in perfect condition.
I will replace the original cable for a switchcraft connector
The box is from an Argonne but is exactly the same mic.
That one of a kind hollow sound. The element is based all the way in the back of the mic. That gives this mic its distinctive sound!
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Primo M131
diameter 62mm / weight 324g
Beautiful Primo M131 in mint condition, was also sold under the name Argonne, Calrad and others. Made in Japan in the fifties and 60's.
This one has the original crystal element. I would say with 100% output! This microphone sounds so very sweet, warm and full.... it is amazing. It has the element placed in the back the way it was original. And this gives this mic that perfect perfect tone. I placed a metal grill behind the chrome grill. You can remove if you like. I installed a new Switchcraft 2501mp connector.
Piezo DX63 Hi-Z
Diameter 34mm / weight 492 g
A Japanese, probably 70's 'Pistol' microphone. Contrary to what the brandname suggests it is a dynamic microphone.
It probabaly was manufactured under license by Akai. It held the exact same dynamic element as the Akai DM-13. The element in this microphone was shot, so I replaced it with another DM-13 high impedance element 1900 Ohms.
It has a real nice warm tone and is very hot. All the wiring is new. The On/Off switch has been rewired as well. No crackles or hums.
A new Switchcraft connector is installed.
Update: I also installed a connector for a stand. See last picture.
SOLD Piezo DX357
Diameter 47mm / weight 176g!!
Extraordenary model. It used to be on a foot. It was used as a Ham microphone.
I chopped the foot and added a Switchcraft connector and a volume control in the back with a huge knob. Now you can see where you are regarding your volume.
I did not add an impedance transformer as the element already has a 500Ohm DC resistance. It sounds really sweet and warm. Lots of low!
It is suitable for a larger amp with enough headroom. On a smaller amp (5W) it is a little underpowered, but still very good tone. (On request I can add an impedance transformer).
All aluminum so very lightweight. Very good handling voor cupping.
Philips Golden Tulip
One more Philips Tulip. Inside is a fat tone high impedance element. No feedback and super hot!!!
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Philips EL6031/50
diameter 49mm/ weight 159 g
Philips EL6031/50 very small microphone, easy to hold for smaller hands. Somewhere from the 60's. This model was used many times by Fidel Castro at his long long speeches. And by Mick Jagger. It is nknown for its great properties.
The openings in the body I have closed with different colors 3d printing filament to make a 100% airtight cup.
Also I added an impedance transformer to raise the impedance to app. 1300 Ohms.
The mic really sounds warm and has a beautiful crunch.
I added a new switchcraft connector and all new wiring inside.
SOLD Oktava MD44
Price €sold -
Weight 117g
Diameter 35mm (with gasket 44mm)
Very small Russian dynamic microphone from 1969. It had a low impedance element inside that was broken. I replaced it with a Philips Mid-Z microphone cartridge LBB 3100/00 And also added a vintage impedance transformer (1473 Ohm) cranking this mic into the dirt!
Also new wiring and a new Switchcraft 2501MP connector.
The tone is amazing! Low/mids and high are very well balanced. Nice breakup. This is not a clean mic!
It comes with a rubber gasket that provides a really good airtight grip. Or with small hands use it without the gasket.
Take a look at the photos. I transformed this mic from a dull grey to racing green!
sold Monacor TW232A
Price: € sold ,- excl. shipping
Diameter 58mm / weight 255 g
This bullit mic is a customized Ham microphone from the 1980's.
It used to be a desk microphone for ham communication. Inside is a huge 200 Ohms vintage microphone capsule with a new impedance transformer. It has around 1100 Ohms.
It sounds really warm and round. Great output and fat tone. Wiring, connector and volume control are all new. Really cool big wheel volume control. Easy to read your volume on. gigs
It took me some effort to get this shell 100% airtight as it consists of two parts.
Also found under the brand Maas KM-232 and Leson.
Nice two tone design.
Husky Howler "The Bastard"
This is one of my Husky Howler prototypes. It has several layers of paint. I created this patina look. It looks like this mic has been used many many decades, but actualy it is brand new.
Inside is all new wiring, gasket, volume control. A Neutrik XLR connector with pin 2 hot.
Grab this one-off mic!
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