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Avantone Audio CR-14

Item ID: CR14

Ribbon Microphone with Dual Ribbon Element, Shockmount, Wooden Box, and Metal Case

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Beautiful Ribbon Sound, High SPL Handling!

Here's an exceptional ribbon mic, at a price that makes it easy to put to work in any studio! Avantone's CR-14 ribbon mic gives you smooth sound, classy retro-style looks, and the kind of SPL handling (up to 145dB) that makes it great on practically anything in your studio - vocals, drum kits, guitar amps, and more! The CR-14 is constructed with top-notch components, from the machined brass body to the low-mass dual ribbon elements. This surprisingly affordable mic comes complete with a shockmount, a wooden box, and a metal case. You'll love how the CR-14 makes your projects sound better immediately!

Avantone CR-14 Ribbon Microphone Features:
  • Unique, elegant brass body design
  • Dual, low-mass ribbon element
  • Fast, accurate transient response, ultra-high 145dB SPL capability
  • Figure-8 pickup pattern via front and rear, with extended sweet spots
  • Low residual noise
  • No power supply required
  • No internal active electronics to overload or produce distortion
  • Magnets: Rare Earth Neodymium
  • Frequency Response: 30Hz-15kHz +/-3dB
  • Output Impedance: <=600 ohms
  • Maximum SPL : 145dB (0.5% THD @1000Hz)
  • Sensitivity : -52 dBv +/- 2dB Re. (0dB=1V/Pa)
  • Recommended Load Impedance: 3,000 ohms
  • Output Connector: Male XLR, 3 pin
  • S/N Ratio re 1Pa : 70dB
  • Included Accessories: Wooden box, shockmount, metal case
  • Finish: Polished nickel trim, metallic wine red body, black grille
  • Weight: 16 oz.
  • Dimensions: 1.45" x 6.89"

Put Avantone's amazing (and affordable) CR-14 ribbon mic to work in your studio!
Specification Detail
Microphone Type Ribbon
Polar Pattern Figure-8
Ribbon Type Dual Ribbon, Pure Aluminum, 35mm x 5mm, 2 microns Thick
Frequency Response 30Hz-15kHz
Max SPL 145dB SPL (1kHz at 0.5% THD)
Output Impedance 600 ohms
Signal to Noise Ratio 72dB
Connector XLR
Weight 1 lbs.
Included Accessories Shock mount, Wood box, Aluminum flight case
Manufacturer Part Number CR-14

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Reviews

based on 7 reviews

Thought I was buying a specialty mic; instead got a workhorse!

by Doug from Maryland
February 27, 2013
Music Background: Recording Engineer
I have been very surprised with Avantone products. People tend to take them less seriously because they're not all that expensive; but the proof is in the mix. I had been wanting to experiment with ri... read more [+]bbon mics for a while, thinking they pretty much had special applications involving guitar cabinets and drums. But I have been blown away by how GOOD these babies sound on just about everything. Trumpet, cornet, trombone, saxes... the whole gamut of horns, have a very natural sound you can't get with a condenser. Vocals (especially male) have great warmth and character. Mic'ing a piano with a pair of CR-14s was a total surprise as well. And of course, the same old boring applications for guitar cabinets and drum overheads yield stellar results. This is my new favorite mic. close [-]

great surprise

by from california and thailand
July 31, 2012
Music Background: 35 years pro percussionist
Great mic for percussion! A good friend who has been a percussionist and studio engineer for many years recommended ribbon technology as I was not happy with my sound. I could not afford the pricier ... read more [+]models so got two of these and I am shocked how good the sound is for congas and djembes ! close [-]

Simply Amazing and Versitle

by David from Oklahoma City, OK
December 14, 2010
Music Background: Studio Owner, Recording Engineer, Producer, Musician
Don't let the low price point fool you. The gear heads at Avantone knocked it out of the park with this Ribbon. In the 2 months I've owned it, it has shined on guitars, kick drums, vocals, and a hand ... read more [+]saw. (yes a hand saw.) Anyone wanting a ribbon on a budget...or just a ribbon period....should not hesitate to own this mic! close [-]

excellent affordable ribbon mic

by Matt Butler from Nashville
February 11, 2013
Music Background:
This mic has a rich warm tone as you would expect from a ribbon. It has a pretty low noise floor for a ribbon too. You won't find a better sounding ribbon in this price range.

Great mic for the money

by Randy from SD
February 29, 2012
Music Background: musician
This was my first ribbon mic. l am using a VMP _2 peavey preamp. The has a smooth natural sound.
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