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Vintage RARE 1950's American DR-332 ribbon microphone Multi Z old w accessories
Estimated price for orientation: 535 $
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Description Type: Vintage Microphone Model: DR-332 Brand: American Country of Manufacture: United States
Hello and welcome to The House of Chrome . You are looking at a somewhat rare 1952 American DR-332 dynamic omni-directional ribbon microphone with multi impedance settings made in Pasadena, California complete with a cable, Switchcraft adapter and original box. This unique and elegantly designed microphone was produced as a studio microphone and has adjustable multi Z settings under the American badge. You simply have to unscrew the badge and decide what sound you are looking for. It's currently on Low Z and sounds very nice with a strong signal. I would be very surprised if this mic still has the original ribbon but it looks stock to me. The DR-332 had a fairly short run compared to many of the other American microphones and was probably manufactured for about 15 years total. It has a beautiful two tone finish that was a unique signature of the American Microphone Company. As you can see the gold finish has a nice luster and shows almost no wear at all. The black lower portion shows some very fine scratches and a scuff marks but is free of any dents or fractures and the badge looks very nice. There is no missing hardware and the mic is solid inside and out. The joint mechanism has lots of tension too getting just the right angle needed. The best part is that she still works very well. The ribs are straight with zero fractures. She'll make a very unique and beautiful display piece anywhere in the home, office or studio if you choose not to use it. These DR-330 mics takes the modern and standard female XLR cable. The 14 foot cable is included that comes with a vintage Switchcraft XLR to 1/4 inch adapter that works great for this mic giving it a very firm and snug fit. The cable is soft, pliable and free of any damage. It has the standard chrome plated Switchcraft male 1/4 inch end connectors for use with most modern audio equipment and all guitar amplifiers. You'll notice in pic # 2 & 3 the original box is included. It does show wear but works nicely and pads the mic perfectly while not in use. Locking mechanism works on the box as intended. MICROPHONE STAND SHOWN IS NOT PART OF THIS SALE...USED FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY I do have several older mic stands for sale in my Ebay store if needed? The dimensions of the mic are appx 6 inches tall X 2 inches wide. If you demand rare and a working DR-332 that you can use for any live event...this is your girl. As with all my vintage items... I can promise you will be happy with it for the price paid. If not...I have a no hassle return policy. The shipping will be on you as I believe that's fair but the purchase price would be refunded. Simply return in the same nice condition...period. Check my rating. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS are welcome as well. Buyer must pay within 24 hours or an unpaid case will be opened and item relisted. Domestic buyer will get priority shipping. If you have any questions feel free to ask and...thanks for looking.
Description
| Type: | Vintage Microphone | Model: | DR-332 |
| Brand: | American | Country of Manufacture: | United States |
Hello and welcome to The House of Chrome . You are looking at a somewhat rare 1952 American DR-332 dynamic omni-directional ribbon microphone with multi impedance settings made in Pasadena, California complete with a cable, Switchcraft adapter and original box. This unique and elegantly designed microphone was produced as a studio microphone and has adjustable multi Z settings under the American badge. You simply have to unscrew the badge and decide what sound you are looking for. It's currently on Low Z and sounds very nice with a strong signal. I would be very surprised if this mic still has the original ribbon but it looks stock to me. The DR-332 had a fairly short run compared to many of the other American microphones and was probably manufactured for about 15 years total. It has a beautiful two tone finish that was a unique signature of the American Microphone Company. As you can see the gold finish has a nice luster and shows almost no wear at all. The black lower portion shows some very fine scratches and a scuff marks but is free of any dents or fractures and the badge looks very nice. There is no missing hardware and the mic is solid inside and out. The joint mechanism has lots of tension too getting just the right angle needed. The best part is that she still works very well. The ribs are straight with zero fractures. She'll make a very unique and beautiful display piece anywhere in the home, office or studio if you choose not to use it. These DR-330 mics takes the modern and standard female XLR cable. The 14 foot cable is included that comes with a vintage Switchcraft XLR to 1/4 inch adapter that works great for this mic giving it a very firm and snug fit. The cable is soft, pliable and free of any damage. It has the standard chrome plated Switchcraft male 1/4 inch end connectors for use with most modern audio equipment and all guitar amplifiers. You'll notice in pic # 2 & 3 the original box is included. It does show wear but works nicely and pads the mic perfectly while not in use. Locking mechanism works on the box as intended. MICROPHONE STAND SHOWN IS NOT PART OF THIS SALE...USED FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY I do have several older mic stands for sale in my Ebay store if needed? The dimensions of the mic are appx 6 inches tall X 2 inches wide. If you demand rare and a working DR-332 that you can use for any live event...this is your girl. As with all my vintage items... I can promise you will be happy with it for the price paid. If not...I have a no hassle return policy. The shipping will be on you as I believe that's fair but the purchase price would be refunded. Simply return in the same nice condition...period. Check my rating. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS are welcome as well. Buyer must pay within 24 hours or an unpaid case will be opened and item relisted. Domestic buyer will get priority shipping. If you have any questions feel free to ask and...thanks for looking.