Reference Gold
Primary use:
Type:
Polar patterns:
Common name: Manley Laboratories Reference Gold
Production Status: In production
The Manley Reference Gold Multi-Pattern microphone employs a 1.25″ brass capsule. The 1″ diaphragm is tensioned using proprietary techniques by David Josephson. The circuit is built around two 12AX7/ECC83 triodes in cascade forming an entire gain-block. The output is coupled through a Manley output transformer with nickel laminations and “hum bucking” bi-filar windings, encased in mu-metal. The polar pattern control is continuously variable between omnidirectional, cardioid and figure of eight responses. Includes shockmount, swivel mount, PSU, cable, capsule protector and locking case.
Electrical Characteristics
Frequency Response
10Hz - 30 kHz
Output Sensitivity
17 mV/Pa
Max SPL
150
Max SPL, THD:
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
dB-A
Output Impedance
250Ω
Recommended Load
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Tube Model
ECC83/12AX7
Switchable Options
Pad
Filter/EQ
Physical Characteristics
Connector
7-pin
Connector notes
Available Colours
24k gold-plated
Weight
1021 g
Length
203 mm
Min diameter width
Max diameter
50.8 mm
Depth
114.3mm
Accessories
Included
Shockmount, swivel, PSU, cable, capsule protector, locking case
Optional