Manley Reference Cardioid All-tube Microphone
Buy Manley Labs Reference Microphone: The Modern Tube Vocal Microphone
Capture pure, forward, and immediate sound with the Manley Labs Reference Cardioid (REF-C). This large-diaphragm tube microphone delivers exceptional clarity and a rich tonal balance, providing a "finished" sound right from the first take. Engineered for accuracy without coloration, it's the ultimate choice for pop vocals, voiceovers, acoustic guitars, drum overheads, and brass.
Designed for Sonic Purity
- Wide & Accurate Response: A flat 10 Hz - 30 kHz frequency response ensures faithful reproduction of every detail.
- Legendary Capsule: Features a 1" gold-sputtered diaphragm (6-micron) based on the vintage U47, capable of handling extreme SPLs up to 150 dB.
- Zero-Loss Acoustics: The open-weave stainless steel grille provides unimpeded acoustic transmission for pristine high-frequency clarity.
All-Tube Signal Path
- Dual-Triode 12AX7 Tube: Chosen for high gain and low noise, delivering the warmth and richness of a pure tube design.
- Premium Output Transformer: A custom hand-wound transformer with nickel laminations and mu-metal casing ensures silent operation and classic tonal integrity.
- Dedicated Power Supply: Includes a filtered B+ power supply with regulated heater voltages, connected via a supplied 30' 6-pin XLR cable for noise-free performance.
Built for the Professional Studio
- Advanced Shockmount: The capsule is isolated with a neoprene-rubber suspension to eliminate mechanical noise and vibrations.
- Proprietary Suspension System: The mic body is internally suspended within its black & red anodized casing for further isolation.
- Complete Package: Arrives with a leather capsule protector, a locking carrying case, and IEC power cable. Handmade in the USA.
REF-C Technical Highlights
- 1" Gold-Sputtered Large Diaphragm
- Center-Terminated Cardioid Polar Pattern
- All-Tube Circuit with 12AX7 Dual Triode
- -10 dB Pad Switch
- Maximum SPL: 150 dB
- Hand-Wound Output Transformer with Nickel & Mu-Metal
- Precision Internal Suspension System
Includes: 30' 6-Pin XLR Cable, Filtered Power Supply, Leather Cover, Locking Case
The Manley REF-C: Where vintage inspiration meets modern precision. Achieve a commanding, present, and liquid-smooth sound that requires minimal processing-direct from your studio.
Specifications:
- All-Tube triode design 12AT7 (2011 build. Previous versions used 12AX7 and 6072.)
- -10 dB switchable pad
- Frequency response: 10Hz-30KHz
- Sensitivity: 17mV/Pa
- Noise typically -120dB EIN
- Max SPL: 150dB
- Actual output impedance 200 Ohms
- Weight: 2.25 lbs (mic)
- Weight: 2.5 lbs (PSU)
- Size: 4.5" x 9.7" x 4.5" (mic)
- Size: 5" x 8.2" x 3.4" (PSU)
- Shipping weight: 15 lbs
- Selected matched pairs available
- Outboard Power Supply is factory set for 100V, 120V or 220-240VAC operation for original destination country's mains voltage.
- Operating Mains Voltage changeable with power transformer re-wiring via internal jumpers and fuse value change.
- Mains Voltage Frequency: 50~ 60Hz
- Mains Fuse: 250mA @ 100~120V; 125mA @ 220~240V operation
- Power Consumption: 70mA @ 120V = 8.4 Watts
