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sE Electronics Gemini II Dual Valve Tube Microphone
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Description
The Gemini II dual valve microphone is a no-holds-barred piece of microphone history. The dual valve design means pure valve warmth from the 12AX7 input valve, coupled with a 12AU7 valve on the output stage. The result is an incredibly large, detailed, and intimate sound–reminiscent of the classic valve microphones from decades ago, but with a thoroughly modern twist.
Most microphones use a transformer to optimize the mic's output impedance and couple the mic to the mic preamplifier. With the Gemini II, this optimization is accomplished with a second vacuum tube, negating any high-frequency roll-off typically incurred with a transformer.
This provides the Gemini II with a sparkling, pristine high-end typically only found in the most expensive solid-state microphones, while maintaining the rich, thick tonality of a tube mic.
Not just for vocals, the bass cut filter and -10dB pad make the Gemini useful for loud and heavy sources like drum room mics and booming timpani.
The Gemini II comes packaged in a wooden presentation box next to its custom shockmount and robust power supply, all within a secure and solid flight case.
Most microphones use a transformer to optimize the mic's output impedance and couple the mic to the mic preamplifier. With the Gemini II, this optimization is accomplished with a second vacuum tube, negating any high-frequency roll-off typically incurred with a transformer.
This provides the Gemini II with a sparkling, pristine high-end typically only found in the most expensive solid-state microphones, while maintaining the rich, thick tonality of a tube mic.
Not just for vocals, the bass cut filter and -10dB pad make the Gemini useful for loud and heavy sources like drum room mics and booming timpani.
The Gemini II comes packaged in a wooden presentation box next to its custom shockmount and robust power supply, all within a secure and solid flight case.
Features
- Dual-valve design
- Dual-tube design to negate high-frequency roll-off
- Bass-cut filter and -10dB pad
- Comes with wooden box, custom shockmount and power supply
Specs
Audio
- Analog or digital: Analog
- Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
- Max SPL: 145 dB (with pad)
- Connector: XLR
- Capsule: Condenser
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Type: Tube
- Switches: Pad -10 dB
- Phantom power required: Power Supply
- Weight (mic/PS): 43.2 oz/59.7 oz
- Case: Yes
- Clip: Yes
- Shockmount: Yes
- Power supply: Yes
- Cable: Yes