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Coles Microphones

Coles Electroacoustics has manufactured the superb BBC-designed ribbon microphones in the UK for over 30 years. Originally designed for radio and television broadcast, Coles ribbon mics have become one of the primary tools of choice throughout the sound recording industry. With the incredible versatility of each mic, such as the tried and true 4038, let Vintage King assist in selecting the best fit for your next project.

As used by the Beatles, BBC. These babies sound soooooo fat on drums,
you will need to roll off some bottom end! Stick one over the kit about
3 feet above the snare, about an inch higher than the drummers high
stick point, add some compression and you will be in heaven. Very
natural sounding. Cymbals will sound silky. The snare will sound like
it has depth and the kit will sound like you are right next to it. Add
a touch of 12k and roll off some bottom end and you are cruisin! Next,
try in front of any Electric guitar cab/amp and be equally impressed.
Put in front of a vox and capture the size, but trim off some of the
annoying edge. Smooth wide frequency response that handles high-end
transients without harshness. Classic figure-eight pattern with
proximity boost.Excellent off-axis frequency response for superior
stereo imaging. Good shock and wind resistance with a long-life ribbon
element. The Coles 4038 Studio 
Ribbon Microphone
is a British Broadcasting (BBC) design for broadcasting and recording
applications. It is used where a clear smooth wide range frequency
response, absence of transient distortion and relatively high
sensitivity is essential. The 4038 is a proven performer, and is
in use around the world by broadcasting networks such as the BBC as
well as top engineers and studios on hit recordings. Frequency
response of the 4038 is exceptionally flat from 30 to 20,000 Hz and
throughout this range the shape of the bi-directional (figure of eight)
polar response is maintained substantially constant both in the
horizontal and vertical planes, giving a natural sonic quality with
smooth frequency response. Features 
 
<ul><li>Pressure gradient transducer ribbon microphone    </li><li>Substantially flat frequency response from 30 to 15,000 c/s</li><li>Extremely low (non-linear) distortion</li><li>Exceptionally low hum pick-up</li><li>Bi-directional (figure of eight) polar curve shape accurately 
maintained in both horizontal and vertical planes</li><li>Excellent transient response</li><li>Natural clear balanced response to sound signal</li><li>Body shape to enhance acoustic performance</li><li>Clear natural high fidelity sound reproduction</li><li>Smooth sonic textured response</li><li>All microphones factory tested in free field conditions</li></ul>
Specifications <ul><li>Ribbon: Low mass damped ribbon to 
control transient response</li><li>Polar
 Response: Bi-directional</li><li>Magnetic Fields: By use of hum neutralizing wiring and 
magnetic shielding of the toroidal ribbon to line transformer 30 to 40 
dB reduction is achieved in response to stray disturbing magnetic fields</li><li>Frequency Response: 30 Hz to 15,000 
Hz</li><li>Impedance: 300 ohm</li><li>Sensitivity: -65 dB W.R.T. IV/Pa</li><li>Distortion: Less than 1% at 125 dB 
SPL</li><li>Connection: By means
 of 4069 3 pin jack plug. Pin 1 positive - Pin 2 negative - Pin 3 screen</li><li>Body Housing: Made of heavy gauge 
perforated brass backed by finely woven Monel mesh. Rotating hinge 
connection allows microphone to tilt through 90° and turned in any 
direction when either suspended or free standing</li><li>Dimensions: 7¼" (197 mm) x 3¼" (83 mm)
 x (61 mm).</li><li>Weight: 2 
lb. 6 oz. (1.08 Kg).</li><li>Finish:
 Black stove enamel textured paint</li></ul>Packaging 

<ul><li>Each microphone comes in a foam lined rigid plastic carrying case 
with 4069 jack plug, and soft cloth protective bag, for safe keeping</li></ul>

Coles 4038 Ribbon Microphone
Single 4038 including XLR-stand mount adapter and individual plastic case

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Coles 4038 Stereo Matched Pair
Stereo matched pair of 4038's, including XLR-stand mount adapters and individual plastic cases

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With a bold look, greater output, and a wider frequency response, the Coles 4040 is sure to compliment any studio microphone cabinet. This is the first ribbon microphone that Coles have developed using the very latest magnet technology. The frequency response of the 4038 is exceptionally flat from 30 to 15,000 c/s but where the Coles 4038 starts to drop off, the Coles 4040 carries on past 20,000 c/s and throughout this range, like the 4038, the shape of the bi-directional (figure of eight) polar response is maintained substantially constant both in the horizontal and vertical planes, giving a natural smooth sonic quality textured response to sound signal being picked up. There is also no discernible stray magnetic field, making it very easy to mount head to head in a "Blumlein" (crossed figure-of-eights) stereo configuration. The 4040 comes complete with internal shockmount that can be secured for transit, an adjustable, universal stand mount, and a hard case for storage.

Coles 4040 - Single
Coles 4040 Ribbon Mic

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Coles 4040 Stereo Bar
For use with Coles 4040 Pair

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Coles 4050 Shockmount
For use with Coles 4050 Microphone

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Coles 4050 Single Ribbon Microphone
Single ribbon microphone with shock mount

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Coles 4050 Stereo Ribbon Microphone
Stereo ribbon microphone with 2 shock mounts

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The Coles 4115 Broadcaster’s Noise Cancelling Ribbon Microphone is used for close indoor talking situations where good quality broadcasting and public address announcement speech is required to be reproduced in conditions with high background noise present. The 4115 has a proven reliable performance capability, being since its introduction, used by broadcasters throughout the world. The high degree of acoustic damping applied to the robust corrugated aluminium ribbon ensures freedom from resonance and relative immunity to handling noises and mechanical shocks. There are many situations in which speech is partially or completely drowned out by background noise; for example in aircraft, saw mills, shunting yards, or power stations. Yet these are all places where it may be a matter of life and death to have spoken instructions heard and obeyed without a second's delay. The 4115 is the microphone of choice for these circumstances. There are two special versions for use in aircraft where, in addition to the other requirements, it needs to be compatible with the aircraft's electronics. These models are approved by the Civil Aviation Authority, adn are also the choice of aircraft manufacturers and airlines.

Coles 4115 - Single
Noise Canceling Broadcaster's Ribbon Microphone

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