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Vintage WETZEL tube microphone w. PSU - Germany / 1950's (#2)

Estimated price for orientation: 695 $

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Description
Brand: Joachim Wetzel Microphone Form Factor: Handheld/Stand-Held
Type: Tube Condenser Microphone Pickup Pattern: Omnidirectional
Model: Wetzel O28 Connector(s): XLR 3 Pin
MPN: J.Wetzel Bundled Items: Original PSU / modified, Cable
Connectivity: Wired Country of Manufacture: Germany


Have a look at this rare vintage tube condenser microphone
made in Germany/GDR by Joachim Wetzel in the 1950's:
- Radial sound inlet, impedance 200 ohms
 
- Cardioid pickup pattern,
1/2" mounting thread
 
- Frequency response: 30Hz to 16,000Hz, 55mV/Pa
 
- Gold sputtered 1" (25mm) M7-type large diaphragm capsule
 
-
Preamp with selected ECC83 (12AX7) audio tube
 

 - Permanently mounted 7'(2.1m) microphone
cable
 
 
 Dimensions: 1.5" (38mm) in diameter, 6.1" (155mm) high

 


This microphone has been upgraded with transformer-balanced 200 ohms signal output. Also the tube circuit was slightly tuned for optimal audio performance. All PSU voltages are adjustable and stabilized. The mic is free from hum & noise.

Dimensions PSU: 5.1" by 4.3", 2.5" deep (130 x 110 x 65mm)
  Mains voltage:  220 VAC

The set includes the modified original power supply unit
(PSU) and a 1'(30cm) XLR output adapter cable.
Completely serviced, the microphone sounds great !
 
Good condition, some traces of use - see photos for details !*** Free shipping worldwide !
with registered economy service
This is a private auction. All sales are final. Items are sold AS IS with no warranty expressed or implied !