I have a couple older Gefells that I am thinking of converting to 48 volts and XLR, and I would very much like to hear your opinion on two things.
Originally these mics have 12v powering. So I would imagine they draw a bit of current to compensate for the low voltage. I read a post somewhere by Scott Dorsey, known for that whole Oktava modding thing, that the common phantom power conversions don't deliver enough current for the Gefell capsules. Thus, they don't perform to their full potential. Would this be true - and how does Microtech Gefell get around it?
Second, how would you go about fitting a xlr connector in place of the original 5 pin - Which is quite a bit larger. Gefell will change the entire housing. Has anyone found a DIY solution that don't require machining, or been able to buy this part directly from Gefell?
Originally these mics have 12v powering. So I would imagine they draw a bit of current to compensate for the low voltage. I read a post somewhere by Scott Dorsey, known for that whole Oktava modding thing, that the common phantom power conversions don't deliver enough current for the Gefell capsules. Thus, they don't perform to their full potential. Would this be true - and how does Microtech Gefell get around it?
Second, how would you go about fitting a xlr connector in place of the original 5 pin - Which is quite a bit larger. Gefell will change the entire housing. Has anyone found a DIY solution that don't require machining, or been able to buy this part directly from Gefell?