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Calrec 1050 c AND 1051 c - Vintage - Lot - Not Neumann KM84 / KM85
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This would be an excellent addition to your microphone locker!You are bidding on a beautiful bundle of 4 vintage Calrec microphones.This bundle consists of 2 (stereo) pairs: 2x 1050 c and 2x 1051 c.They are identical, except that the 1051 c has an internal bass cutoff, making it more suitable for vocal and studio boom use, where proximity effect and low-frequency vibrations can overload the internal preamplifier.By having both pairs available, you have the opportunity to select exactly the right pair for your stereo recording job!I made a test recording setup for comparison as you can see in the last photo. On your inquiry, I would be happy to send you the recorded files that enable accurate comparison of the 1050 c pair versus the 1051 c pairCalrec (Calder Recording Ltd) is a manufacturer of professional audio equipment, especially known for its good mixing consoles. In the sixties, seventies and eighties, the company also made condenser microphones, which are still appreciated for their subtle sound; silky smooth, unlike many other capacitor microphones that quite often can sound shrill. Especially when recording cymbals the difference is remarkable: a clear and 'fat' sound. Acoustic guitars, brass and piano often sound very pleasant through these microphones as well.The 1050 C (cardioid - direction sensitive) was one of the last two models that were produced, the other model, the 2050 with the same technical specifications, was a modular system consisting of a pre-amplifier on which various capsules could be mounted.The BBC was among the satisfied users of the 1050 C microphones, they were often used instead of the Neumann KM 84s, that reproduced the sound of drums and other acoustic instruments much more analytic, with less warmth (The 1051 C is similar to the Neumann KM 85, due to the fact that they both have built in bass roll-off / cutoff).In U.K recording studios these Calrecs were also widely used, amongst others for the drum sound of Led Zeppelin's John Bonham and later The Prodigy.In 1978, Calrec developed a special microphone: the three-dimensional Soundfield microphone, with four unidirectional condenser capsules (like those in the 1050 Cs) in a tetrahedron (pyramid) shape. This particular microphone, with its dedicated contoller, is especially suitable for the recording of Ambience and Surround sound. In 1993, a separate company was set up to develop this system further and Calrec ceased all production of microphones.In England, Calrecs are still serviced by . Eventually, around 2005, a new production line was launched and the microphones are manufactured again, now under the name .Specs:CALREC CM-1051 C Vintage Condenser Microphone (48v phantom power) in fantastic condition.A GREAT sounding microphone... very nice for overheads.SERIAL NUMBERS: 2126 and 2903CONNECTOR: XLROPTICAL CONDITION: (see original pictures... CLICK for XXL-versions)PRODUCTION DATE: 80sPATTERN: standard cardioid w/ bass cutFREQUENCY RESPONSE: 40Hz to 20kHz TECHNICAL CONDITION: perfectly workingDISTINCTIONS: original case, no clipCALREC CM-1050 C Vintage Condenser Microphone (48v phantom power) in fantastic condition.Same as CM1051C, but without internal bass-cut.A GREAT sounding microphoneSERIAL NUMBERS: 6173 and [unknown]CONNECTOR: XLROPTICAL CONDITION: (see original pictures... CLICK for XXL-versions)PRODUCTION DATE: 80sPATTERN: standard cardioidFREQUENCY RESPONSE: 30Hz to 20kHz TECHNICAL CONDITION: perfectly workingDISTINCTIONS: original case, no clipWorldwide shippingThe items ship out of Denmark
The listed shipping cost of £20,- is for Europe (including UK) without insurance. Uninsured shipping to North America and Australia is a bit more - please consult me.I never experienced any trouble with uninsured shipping, but I'll be happy to provide a quote on insured shipping if you send me an inquiry.Insured shipping to Europe may be expensive, depending on your location. Please consult me, if needed.Insured shipping to North America and Australia is around £100 depending on your preferred method of shipping. Payment in advance by PayPal or bank transfer.Everything works but:
NO WARRANTY and NO RETURNSI have 100% positive Ebay feedback since 1999 and I would like to keep it like that :)
Description
This would be an excellent addition to your microphone locker!You are bidding on a beautiful bundle of 4 vintage Calrec microphones.This bundle consists of 2 (stereo) pairs: 2x 1050 c and 2x 1051 c.They are identical, except that the 1051 c has an internal bass cutoff, making it more suitable for vocal and studio boom use, where proximity effect and low-frequency vibrations can overload the internal preamplifier.By having both pairs available, you have the opportunity to select exactly the right pair for your stereo recording job!I made a test recording setup for comparison as you can see in the last photo. On your inquiry, I would be happy to send you the recorded files that enable accurate comparison of the 1050 c pair versus the 1051 c pairCalrec (Calder Recording Ltd) is a manufacturer of professional audio equipment, especially known for its good mixing consoles. In the sixties, seventies and eighties, the company also made condenser microphones, which are still appreciated for their subtle sound; silky smooth, unlike many other capacitor microphones that quite often can sound shrill. Especially when recording cymbals the difference is remarkable: a clear and 'fat' sound. Acoustic guitars, brass and piano often sound very pleasant through these microphones as well.The 1050 C (cardioid - direction sensitive) was one of the last two models that were produced, the other model, the 2050 with the same technical specifications, was a modular system consisting of a pre-amplifier on which various capsules could be mounted.The BBC was among the satisfied users of the 1050 C microphones, they were often used instead of the Neumann KM 84s, that reproduced the sound of drums and other acoustic instruments much more analytic, with less warmth (The 1051 C is similar to the Neumann KM 85, due to the fact that they both have built in bass roll-off / cutoff).In U.K recording studios these Calrecs were also widely used, amongst others for the drum sound of Led Zeppelin's John Bonham and later The Prodigy.In 1978, Calrec developed a special microphone: the three-dimensional Soundfield microphone, with four unidirectional condenser capsules (like those in the 1050 Cs) in a tetrahedron (pyramid) shape. This particular microphone, with its dedicated contoller, is especially suitable for the recording of Ambience and Surround sound. In 1993, a separate company was set up to develop this system further and Calrec ceased all production of microphones.In England, Calrecs are still serviced by . Eventually, around 2005, a new production line was launched and the microphones are manufactured again, now under the name .Specs:CALREC CM-1051 C Vintage Condenser Microphone (48v phantom power) in fantastic condition.A GREAT sounding microphone... very nice for overheads.SERIAL NUMBERS: 2126 and 2903CONNECTOR: XLROPTICAL CONDITION: (see original pictures... CLICK for XXL-versions)PRODUCTION DATE: 80sPATTERN: standard cardioid w/ bass cutFREQUENCY RESPONSE: 40Hz to 20kHz TECHNICAL CONDITION: perfectly workingDISTINCTIONS: original case, no clip
The listed shipping cost of £20,- is for Europe (including UK) without insurance. Uninsured shipping to North America and Australia is a bit more - please consult me.I never experienced any trouble with uninsured shipping, but I'll be happy to provide a quote on insured shipping if you send me an inquiry.Insured shipping to Europe may be expensive, depending on your location. Please consult me, if needed.Insured shipping to North America and Australia is around £100 depending on your preferred method of shipping. Payment in advance by PayPal or bank transfer.Everything works but:
NO WARRANTY and NO RETURNSI have 100% positive Ebay feedback since 1999 and I would like to keep it like that :)
CALREC CM-1050 C Vintage Condenser Microphone (48v phantom power) in fantastic condition.Same as CM1051C, but without internal bass-cut.A GREAT sounding microphoneSERIAL NUMBERS: 6173 and [unknown]CONNECTOR: XLROPTICAL CONDITION: (see original pictures... CLICK for XXL-versions)PRODUCTION DATE: 80sPATTERN: standard cardioidFREQUENCY RESPONSE: 30Hz to 20kHz TECHNICAL CONDITION: perfectly workingDISTINCTIONS: original case, no clip
Worldwide shippingThe items ship out of DenmarkThe listed shipping cost of £20,- is for Europe (including UK) without insurance. Uninsured shipping to North America and Australia is a bit more - please consult me.I never experienced any trouble with uninsured shipping, but I'll be happy to provide a quote on insured shipping if you send me an inquiry.Insured shipping to Europe may be expensive, depending on your location. Please consult me, if needed.Insured shipping to North America and Australia is around £100 depending on your preferred method of shipping. Payment in advance by PayPal or bank transfer.Everything works but:
NO WARRANTY and NO RETURNSI have 100% positive Ebay feedback since 1999 and I would like to keep it like that :)