Value-packed Tube Ribbon Mic Golden Age R1 Tube Active ribbon microphone combines a classic ribbon transducer with two transformers and a tube buffer amp. The result is natural, musical ribbon sound with the consistency afforded by active electronics. Fat, warm, and punchy, with fast transients and life-like realism, the R1 Tube delivers gorgeous, just-press-record sonics you won't need to labor over to make sound great.A robust tube mic with classic ribbon sound Golden Age R1 Tube Active delivers a classic ribbon sound with smooth highs and extended low end. Its fast transient response makes it a great choice for drums, acoustic and electric guitar, and piano. And with its high sensitivity (for a ribbon), it's awesome for capturing sensitive vocal performances. With its budget-friendly price tag, a pair of these versatile ribbons is perfect for stereo applications such as drum overheads. Unlike vintage ribbons, the R1 Active MKII features ultra-high