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Josephson Engineering C617 Microphone Body

Microphone Body for Microtech Gefell MK221 Microphone Capsule
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Josephson Engineering C617 Microphone Body
Josephson Engineering C617 Microphone Body

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While this isn't an item we normally stock, we can still get it to you as fast as possible due to our great relationship with Josephson Engineering. Go ahead and place your order and we'll follow up shortly to let you know when to expect it. Estimated September 3, 2026

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Josephson Engineering C617 Microphone Body
We Can Get It Fast!

While this isn't an item we normally stock, we can still get it to you as fast as possible due to our great relationship with Josephson Engineering. Go ahead and place your order and we'll follow up shortly to let you know when to expect it. Estimated September 3, 2026

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The C617 microphone body is designed to complement a Microtech Gefell MK221 microphone capsule (sold separately). This small-diaphragm microphone body is built to last through many years of use within your studio, thanks to its handcraftmanship and detail-oriented construction. Without a microphone capsule, the C617 body is capable of a massive 10Hz-80kHz frequency response with accuracy measured within 1dB. And it’s exceptionally quiet, too. Microphone capsules are available from Josephson Engineering directly. Please contact your Sweetwater Sales Engineer for more details.

617 microphone body

The 617 microphone body is rugged and ready for use within your studio. It ensures that your sound is transmitted faithfully through the microphone cable with no added noise. On the front end, you get a FET amplification stage for uncolored sound on any source. Meanwhile, the Class A output stage works to transmit your tone without any signal degradation whatsoever. Though the 617 microphone body is optimized for use with the Microtech Gefell MK221 omnidirectional microphone capsule, it also works with any other compatible condenser mic capsule.

Josephson Engineering: mics for engineers in the know

Founded by David Josephson, Josephson Engineering has developed and produced high-quality microphones since 1989. Hailing from scenic Santa Cruz, California, the company prides itself on creating purpose-driven condenser microphones that absolutely excel in the studio environment. Though Josephson Engineering is far from boastful, reputable audio engineers laud the company’s microphones for their ability to deliver clean, high-headroom sound on almost any source imaginable. Whether you’re recording delicate sources or a wall of screaming cabs, there’s a Josephson Engineering microphone for you. Even better, Josephson Engineering meticulously designs and manufactures every microphone to last for decades.

Josephson Engineering C617 Microphone Body Features:

  • Microphone body for Microtech Gefell MK221 capsule (sold separately)
  • FET circuitry offers clean, uncolored amplification
  • Class A output stage ensures all of your signal gets transmitted through the cable
  • Built tough to withstand life in the studio and beyond
  • Microphone body only; does not include a capsule

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