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Bock Audio 151 (No Longer Available)

Item ID: 151

Large-diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphone with Bright/Normal Switch, Handwired

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The Sound of an Elux 251 in a Modern Handmade Mic!

The Bock Audio 151 (formerly Soundelux E251C) cardioid condenser microphone is an amazing studio tool! The 151 excels at capturing vocals, providing great low-end as well as crystal-clear highs. You just won't find this kind of quality in most mics made today. A built-in "Bright/Normal" switch allows this premium mic to work well on instruments, and its point-to-point construction gives you the kind of handmade craftsmanship that your ears will instantly recognize. If you demand the best in a studio microphone, you owe it to yourself to check out the Bock Audio 151.

Bock Audio 151 Cardioid Condenser Mic at a Glance:
  • Great for vocals, with powerful low end and airy highs
  • Maintains clarity even in intense vocal situations
  • Includes "Bright/Normal" switch for vocal and instrumental use

Great for vocals, with powerful low end and airy highs
The 151 recreates the sonic beauty of the fabled Telefunken ELAM 251, one of the most sought after vintage mics ever built. Its strong, powerful bottom and airy, unabrasive top puts this mic leagues ahead of others; its performance simply cannot be found in cheaper microphones. This characteristic gives the sense that its response extends well beyond the normal range of a studio microphone.

Maintains clarity even in intense vocal situations
The 151 has the ability to transform the most intimate details of a vocal, maintaining its clarity even under stressful vocal situations, and doesn't fold or get harsh as the singer's intensity increases. It will give you absolute confidence that your vocal tracks will stand the test of generational degradation: mixing, processing, mastering, broadcasting and webcasting!

Includes "Bright/Normal" switch for vocal and instrumental use
The 151 also works well when you need a cardioid condenser for instrumental use. Its built-in "Bright/Normal" switch gives you a choice of settings to provide the ideal response whaterver you're miking. All of these technical details and attention to the old school philosophy and craftsmanship are there for one reason: to provide you with the highest quality recordings possible, with no compromise. The 151 is a great value in a high-resolution tube mic!


Bock Audio 151 Cardioid Condenser Tube Mic Features:
  • Cardioid-only version of the renowned Elux 251
  • Time-proven tube and transformer circuitry - all electronic components are point-to-point wired
  • Each individual component in every microphone has been pre-screened for its sonic quality
  • Power supply is true to the original, unregulated supply
  • Excellent bass simultaneously occurring with an open, airy top end
  • Fulfills the quest for high frequency response that is not only present, but is also natural
  • Allows vocals to sound naturally dominant without being overbearing
  • No midrange overemphasis and buildup when stacking vocal tracks
  • No honkyness or grunge
  • Provides liquid tone, even when recorded digitally
  • Sounds great in every mixing studio and on every stereo system, before and after mastering

Achieve full-bodied, airy tracks with the Bock Audio 151!
Specification Detail
Manufacturer Part Number 151

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