The Sony C-38B is an all-purpose, large diaphragm microphone with a proven track record of reliability in broadcast production, music recording studios, or wherever circumstances demand a combination of powerful performance, versatile operation and simplicity of microphone set up. Ideal for vocal and instrument recording, this microphone is particularly adept at handling loud instruments such as percussion and wind instruments.The condenser element of the C-38B microphone provides dual switchable, omni-directional and uni-directional polar patterns, providing control over the pick up angle for flexibility in any recording senario. A low cut filter switch helps eliminate low frequency noise, and an 8 dB pad switch maximizes gain and reduces distortion noise. With its established performance record, the C-38B microphone continues to be the reliable, affordable choice of recording engineers around the world.SONY C38B Features Switchable Polar Pattern (Omni and Uni Directional) Broad Dynamic Range Low Cut Filter and Pad Switch FET Output Stage
... NO other parts are available from Sony (or anyone else). They may support (at least for awhile) the C38b reissue, but Sony won't fix any vintage C38 mic. Neumann, on the other hand, offers full support, service, and parts for all versions of the U87 going back to its introduction 1967....
here are the drums ... gotta fix some timing stuff but this is eq'd balanced and compressed
...these should be compared to much higher end mics. The 100k kinda reminds me of something like the Sony c38 whereas the 24 kinda reminds me of something closer to a Josephson 705. I Haven’t compared back to back but have used in other studios and have a similar ethos… in my opinion. Very...
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