Ampex H1390 Microphone - The Ampex H-1390 Microphone is a vintage dynamic microphone from the 1950s that was manufactured by Electro-Voice for Ampex. It is considered a rare item and is identical to the Electro-Voice Model 623. The H-1390 is primarily used by collectors and musicians seeking a specific vintage tone for instruments or vocals. This unit utilizes the ElectroVoice microphone Stand No. 418. and a Vintage Shure A86A Microphone Line Matching Transformer - original 1951 Shure Brothers A86A Line Transformer. The A86A is a high quality cable -type transformer which makes it convenient to run long microphone line from a low impedance microphone to a high impedance amplifier. The Line Matching microphone, cable and 1/4" TR style plug enable utilizing this microphone with just about any amplifier/mixer.
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Microphone Features and Specifications
Type: Dynamic.
Polar pattern: Primarily omnidirectional, but becomes more directional at higher frequencies. However, some sellers may list it as unidirectional depending on the specific model variation.
Impedance: high impedance and 150 ohms.
Frequency response: 60 to 12,000 Hz.
Construction: Features an all-metal body with a polished chrome finish.
Characteristics: Known for its "vibey," colored, vintage sound, often described as having a warm, distorted tone with early breakup.
Best uses: Popular among harmonica players and for creating dirty vocal sounds. It has also been used on vocals, acoustic instruments, and snares.
Connectivity: Wired with a proprietary 4-pin connector, often needing a specific cable for modern setups.