Vintage 40's Electro Voice Model Fifty Carbon Ring Spring Microphone w/ Stand - $299 - (Pleasant Hill, CA)

Offering a rare 1940's Electro Voice Model Fifty Carbon Ring Spring Suspension Microphone. The element is mounted in a ring/spring rig suspended by 8 springs anchored to the ring which acted as a crude shock/vibration absorber. Mic comes with a nice vintage adjustable-height ATLAS desk stand with heavy cast iron base and chromed riser. The ring measures 6.5" in diameter, and the mic with stand measures 15"-19" in height. The element has viable surface patina, and it should be noted that this type of carbon element requires an external DC power supply, so it being sold for prop or display. American Microphone Company was an American microphone manufacturer and dealer in Southern California. They manufactured several microphone models, and marketed used and military communication mics. The company shut down in the mid 1980's. ** 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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