We are pleased to bring our signature toroidal ribbon mic transformers to the DIY market as well as our new toroidal condenser mic transformers. We will be offering a limited introductory pricing period for our 1:36 ribbon transformer and our 12:1 condenser transformer. Intro pricing for the 1:36 ribbon transformer is $79 a piece (regular retail $99) and $85 a piece (regular retail $109) for the 12:1 condenser transformer. You can purchase the transformers directly off our website (www.mesanovicmicrophones.com), or you can send me a PM and I can send an invoice. The 1:36 ships in 2-3 days and the 12:1 will ship in 5-7 days. If there is enough interest and everyone would like to organize a group buy, further discounts will be applied. Please let me know if this interests anyone.
Other ratios will be available for direct purchase off our website in the future, but if you are interested now, please let us know and we can custom wind them for you. Ribbon ratios will include: 1:28, 1:32, 1:100 (active), 1:150 (active), custom ratios available upon request. Condenser ratios: 12:1, 10:1, 8:1, 6:1, custom ratios available upon request. Below is more info on the transformers:
1:36 Toroidal Ribbon Mic Transformer
This 1:36 transformer is an unrivaled sonic upgrade for microphones such as the MXL R40, Nady RSM4, and other imported ribbon mics with a similar motor structure.
Features:
-Handcrafted in Detroit
-Utilizes unique amorphous tape wound core
-Low distortion, low loss, and a “3D” like quality with incredible depth and detail
Specs:
-Primary DCR: Less than 0.01 Ohms
-Secondary DCR: 9 Ohms
-Dimensions: 1.00” x 0.85” diameter (Potted in metal can)
12:1 Toroidal Condenser Mic Transformer
Direct replacement for C12/251 style mics. This transformer offers an incredibly accurate and detailed sonic character.
Features:
-Handcrafted in Detroit
-Utilizes unique tape wound core
-Low distortion, low loss, and a “3D” like quality with incredible depth and detail
-Large primary inductance and core size creating a very extended, open, and dynamic bottom end response
Specs:
-Primary DCR: Around 115 Ohms
-Secondary DCR: Around 10 Ohms
-Dimensions: 1.00”x 1.29” diameter (Potted in metal can)
Other ratios will be available for direct purchase off our website in the future, but if you are interested now, please let us know and we can custom wind them for you. Ribbon ratios will include: 1:28, 1:32, 1:100 (active), 1:150 (active), custom ratios available upon request. Condenser ratios: 12:1, 10:1, 8:1, 6:1, custom ratios available upon request. Below is more info on the transformers:
1:36 Toroidal Ribbon Mic Transformer
This 1:36 transformer is an unrivaled sonic upgrade for microphones such as the MXL R40, Nady RSM4, and other imported ribbon mics with a similar motor structure.
Features:
-Handcrafted in Detroit
-Utilizes unique amorphous tape wound core
-Low distortion, low loss, and a “3D” like quality with incredible depth and detail
Specs:
-Primary DCR: Less than 0.01 Ohms
-Secondary DCR: 9 Ohms
-Dimensions: 1.00” x 0.85” diameter (Potted in metal can)
12:1 Toroidal Condenser Mic Transformer
Direct replacement for C12/251 style mics. This transformer offers an incredibly accurate and detailed sonic character.
Features:
-Handcrafted in Detroit
-Utilizes unique tape wound core
-Low distortion, low loss, and a “3D” like quality with incredible depth and detail
-Large primary inductance and core size creating a very extended, open, and dynamic bottom end response
Specs:
-Primary DCR: Around 115 Ohms
-Secondary DCR: Around 10 Ohms
-Dimensions: 1.00”x 1.29” diameter (Potted in metal can)
