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From Our Research Team:

The latest mic offering from Groove Tubes!

Groove Tubes' VELO 8 represents their first foray into the ribbon mic arena. The VELO 8 is great for guitar cabs and anything else you want accurate pickup with detailed, natural sound. The name 'VELO' is derived from 'velocity', since ribbon mics were classically known as 'velocity microphones' early on, while the '8' is for the VELO 8's figure-8 pickup pattern. Groove Tubes is able to churn out amazing mics that far exceed normal bang-for-the-buck ratios, while producing some amazing high-end studio electronics. Bringing together the most modern technologies along with classic ribbon design, all at a price that studios and musicians can afford, the VELO 8 is quite a mic!

The Groove Tubes VELO 8 is a velocity (ribbon) type studio microphone that features a large (2" x .25") ribbon element. The VELO 8's dynamic design is activated using Neodymium, a rare Earth magnetic that offers maximum sensitivity output and wider response compared to standard dynamic microphones. It offers a velvet-smooth response that ribbon mic lovers will immediately appreciate.

Engineers and producers feel comfortable using the GT VELO 8 on virtually any vocal and instrument source, and like the classic ribbon mics, VELO 8 is particularly great for smoothing out the rough edges on sources such as horns, guitars and brassy vocalists. Operating in a figure-8 polar pattern, it's an excellent choice for ensemble recording as well.

Groove Tubes VELO 8 Features:

• 2" x .25" ribbon element
  
• Neodymium for maximum sensitivity
  
• Figure 8 polar pattern
  
• Custom-designed moisture-resistant aluminum storage case

Groove Tubes VELO 8 - A modern ribbon mic with vintage touches!

Specification Detail Manufacturer Part Number 931-1010-000