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Studio & Recording > Studio Microphones > Condenser Microphones > Bock Audio 251 Bock Audio 251 Large-Diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphone with Power Supply and Spider Shockmount »CLICK TO ENLARGE   ItemID: 251   Retail Price: $5,350.00 SAVE $555.00 (10%) WHEN YOU BUY TODAY! SALE PRICE: $4,795.00 Add the 251 to Your Wishlist It's Arriving Soon! We've confirmed this item will ship soon from Bock Audio and should arrive in our warehouse the week of 9/21. Go ahead, place your order now. We will ship it immediately, the very same day we receive it from Bock Audio. Why wait? We have a great relationship with Bock Audio and we'll receive this item as soon or sooner than anyone else in the country. We have the best service team in the industry, and free tech support for everything we sell.   Payments as low as $144/ mo. Customers also looked at...   Neumann U 87 Ai Set Z Multi-Patt Mic w/Shock-Nickel $3199.97     Neumann U 87 Anniversary Edition U87 Anniversary Edition $3649.97     Neumann M 149 Tube Multi-Patt Lg Diaph Tube Mic $4699.97   » View all Bock Audio » View all Condenser Microphones

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A Sought-After Vintage Tube Mic Reborn! The Bock Audio 251 large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone recreates the sonic beauty of the fabled Telefunken ELAM 251, one of the most sought after vintage mics ever built. Formerly known as Soundelux, Bock Audio makes incredible high-end mics that faithfully recreate the sound of some vintage classics. The 251 has a strong, powerful bottom and airy, unabrasive top puts this mic leagues ahead of others; its performance simply cannot be found in cheaper microphones. You'll hear the difference immediately when you put this mic on vocals; for clarity, full sound, and premium handbuilt quality, the Bock Audio 251 simply can't be beat! Bock Audio 251 Large-diaphragm Tube Condenser Microphone at a Glance: Versatile applications Handcrafted excellence Bock Audio modern vintage Versatile applications Though it's primary use will undoubtedly be on male or female vocals, the 251 is an extraordinary performer on other instruments as well. Drum kits will have astounding impact and transient response, with no overt artificial high end or midrange boxiness. Pianos will also benefit from the open top of this mic. It will also excel on acoustic guitars, percussion, and as a main ensemble mic. The 251 manages to capture the vibe of the legendary Telefunken ELAM 251, staying true to that mic's performance specs and unregulated power supply. Handcrafted excellence Bock Audio microphones are handcrafted, with point-to-point wiring, time-proven transformer circuitry, and an attention to detail that truly brings the sound of prized vintage mics "back to life." Bock Audio doesn't compromise when it comes to components, construction, assembly, or testing. These mics are hand-tuned, using strictly tested European capsules and premium-grade electronics. A note about Bock Audio: Bock Audio (formerly Soundelux) is a unique US manufacturer of true "professional level" microphones. Their mission is to restore the availability of the most important vintage microphones of all time without the vintage price and without the high maintenance. Bock Audio works to recreate as closely as possible the sonic signatures of the most important vintage microphones, using modern materials and assembly, hand workmanship and a very critical ear. The beauty of Bock Audio is that every microphone in the line is designed to work together as a team. The Soundelux line up provides the most important "colors" proven over time to be essential in all quality studio work. Bock Audio 251 Features: No-compromise construction; hand built, hand tuned, strictly tested European capsules 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 sonic quality Power supply is true to the original, unregulated supply Excellent bass with an open, airy top end High frequency response that is not only present, but natural, quality tone Allows vocals to sound naturally dominant without being overbearing No midrange overemphasis and buildup when stacking vocal tracks No honkyness or grunge Smooth, clear sound, even when recorded digitally Sounds great in all mixing studios and on all systems, before and after mastering The Bock Audio 251 breathes new life into a classic mic sound! Customer Reviews  Sweet stuff...   by Back in the Lab Productions from Detroit, MI, January 16, 2008 Music Background:  Recording Engineer, Live Sound Engineer, Hobbyist “Absolutely an amazing mic in every facet. I find myself using it for everything from vox to sax to a room mic. Anything you put through it will immediately pop out of the mix with unreal warmth and character. Granted, I own the Sounddelux version, but if Bock adheres to the same quality manufacturing standards, this mic will become a classic itself” • Write Your Own Review Sweetwater Expert Advice     "The Bock Audio 251 is truly a modern classic, founded in essence on the epitome of classic vintage microphones, the ELAM 251, which is regarded to this day as "The Vintage Microphone" to have - IF you are fortunate enough to even be able to find an original! The 251 delivers a full low end and a present mid with an articulated but open top end response, warm and Full with a majestic brilliance! This is no ordinary microphone. If you are serious about your vocal microphone, this is where the buck stops! This is an essential microphone for anybody who needs high-end sonic character for their tracks. Not only for vocals! Anywhere where you need a perfect sonic fingerprint of your source! I do not want to record without a Bock ever again!" Stuart Niven   "What a deal! Finding an original 251 today is nearly impossible and if you actually do find one, you'll most likely pay five-digit figures or more for it. To a collector or to any musician/engineer who won't settle for mediocrity, Bock has answered your dreams - and for a quarter of the price." Joseph Secu More Condenser Microphones from Bock Audio: · Bock Audio 195 · Bock Audio 151 View All Products from Bock Audio  Tell a Friend About this Item!  Print This Page See Also:  Condenser Mics

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