Vintage 1930's-40's Melodynamic Microphone-working with cable & stand - $399 - (Pleasant Hill, CA)

Offering a rare 1940's-50's MELODYNAMIC 75A Microphone. This unit in is exceptionally good condition. The earliest models like this one had three screw terminals in the back, and are connected to a new 10' pliable shielded cable terminating with a 3 pin male XLR plug. The body made of black aluminum is in exceptional condition, has the original side thumbscrews, AND has been tested and working with excellent output. Comes with an adjustable height desk stand, so in total this unit measures from 12" to 16". **Always safe packaging and fast shipping. Made in Paris between 1948 and 1958 by Mélodium Société. Although visually the design harks back to the 1930's it has a surprisingly modern sound. This is borne out by the frequency graph, which shows a smooth response from 50 Hz to 10 kHz.There is a presence lift of 5db at around 4.8 kHz which lends clarity and crispness in the vocal range. The 75A boasts a very light duralumin diaphragm and voice coil (30mg), giving good transient response. It is also claimed that the microphone is impervious to wind, making it an excellent choice for outside broadcasting and sports reporting. The Mélodium 75A was employed extensively by French broadcasters and was used by many famous entertainers and politicians, including the singer Edith Piaf and President Charles de Gaulle. ** BE SURE TO CHECK OUT MY OTHER VINTAGE MICS FOR SALE, INVENTORY REGULARLY UPDATED **** I have worked in major market broadcast radio over 45 years in the audio production field. I collect, refurbish, buy and sell vintage microphones from the 1920's through the 1960's and love what I do. If you are thinking of making a purchase, or just have an mic-related question, please feel free to ask. If you have already made a purchase and have any follow-up concerns, I'm here to help resolve.

Posted in Pleasant Hill, CA, Music Instruments
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