A while ago you made a video on how to solder a microphone element resistor and plug yourself (that was interesting!) I also use those electreds but would also like to see with a larger element not powered by Fantoom supply but with something like 12...9 Volt. It's also a shame that you don't find those elements on Amazon! Healthy and Friendly Greetings from the Netherlands. Rob
I've been impressed by the video you did ten years ago, where you talk in front of the two mics, to reveal at the end that you were switching the sound every 5 seconds. The video left me speachless. I'm wondering if we still get that level of "uncanny" with the current model, compared to the older one in the video. >>> Is the new NU-47V3S an iteration on the mic in the old video ? Does the mic from 10 years ago and the one being sold today both use the same technics ? In both cases, no tube, no trannies, no M7 capsule, right ? Also, where does the new model stands, compared with the first wooden version used by Bjork and others ? Thanks.
Hi someone, excellent question. My long quest has been for the sound itself. Surprisingly, that has taken me further and further away from the original capsule, tube and transformer. In the 47VS3 only the grille and body are the same design as the original. To reach my goal I've developed various technical solutions over decades, one major breakthrough was designing my own, unique capsule from ground up. That step took years. I've learned a lot along the way. I honestly feel that I've come full circle now, where I can create mics to match my original reference or starting point. I'd like to find the time to build a mic into a wooden body and show you what I mean :-)
Hello ! Can you tell me if the current NU-47VS3 is the result of an iterative process ? Was the concept of getting rid of the OG capsule, tube and transformer already here for the first wooden version ? Or is this concept, a new one, and a departure from the origins of your U47 recreation ? Thanks.
So basically that resistor does the same thing a 3.5mm to XLR adapter does, that converts 24 or 48V to plug in power that the mic needs? I believe so... The adapters are expensive and if a resistor like this can be used, that is great news. Or is there more electronics inside those adapters? I think they are called VXLR+.
The circuit needs an electret capsule with a built-in FET. It would be a fun project to try to design the simplest circuit for an LDC, maybe some day I'll have time to attempt it.
what the resistor does in the circiut? I have 2 unbalanced xlr-xlr cables to use with dynamic mics, but when I plu them in a interface with phantom power activated the dynamic microphone sounds distorted. Can I use the resistor trick to solve it ?
Thank You for some drunk reason I bought ten bakers dozen electret mic capsules, nothing fancy, along with a couple dozen MEMS mic modules for ESP32 or Arduino use as well. Your lesson shoould get the former to use, finally. ;-) PS now if I could figure-out what, why, and where I put this 172 game controller joysticks to use, other than and tactile art thing. The difference between the electrets with and without FET inside or not? then two-pin or three? what is up with those choices, Maestro? Something about where the power is hooked in? take care
I am no fan of vintage nothing ...i am exited with the new advancements and moving into the future...no need for selling your soul to buy a mic......Martin keep them guessing ...love your work
Simple as it is, this configuration actually provides a balanced signal, at least mostly. If you want a better balanced circuit with a lower output impedance there are many options.
old vid but maybe youll answear and please do. is there a general rule for resistor value vs capsul size? or is the resister value you used good for any size capsul?
The best resistor value depends on the FET inside the capsule, so far I think all capsules I've tested worked. If you can, measure the voltage across the capsule and compare with the capsule datasheet.
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Thats spectacular! Sounds like good properties of fet 47 and u67 style mic or rca 44 ribbon with clarity. Didnt own any of them but commenting:) Anyway very good mid range projection and image! Congrats on singer as well!
Wow! I hear the difference and agree the original U47 has that certain magic that I've not heard in any other similar mics. Having said that, I really like your thought precess and the sound of your not-a-47-clone mic. It does have many of the admirable qualities of the original U47. Congratulations! I would love to buy one and I'm sure it is worth every penny you are selling it for but unfortunately it's beyond my financial grasp. I think you will do well with it. Cheers!
I'd love to see you take this project transform it into an inexpensive Ultrasonic microphone(¿array?). There are a lot of interesting things to be heard in the 100kHz range.From insects and bats to ultrasonic vibrations in industry.
There were some pretty decent capsules in there. But I haven't seen an Primo caps. Those are pretty popular amongst builders. And I personally really like their sounds. Maybe in a future episode? Also JLI sells some very nice sounds capsules. Thanks for the video regardless!
Hi Dustin, I've now tested some from JLI and I'm aware of the Primo quality. Have indeed found some decent ones, but unfortunately not as flat as the WM-61. There are ways to deal with that, could be material for another video, but my day job (with microphones) has kept me super busy.
@@NordicAudioLabs I agree, the WM-61 is has a great response. and absolutely doesn't break the bank. So for a good quality DIY microphone the WM61 is one to seriously consider. Even with a simple P48 or your circuit (you need a name 😉) and a donor body you can make a very good electret condenser mic. I'll have to pic one up to play around with it , i'm thinking lavalier.. because a ⌀6mm is nice and small.
I've been watching your videos for the past couple of days, can't wait till I get the NU-47 microphone... I have heard wonderful things about it and I hope I can get one by the end of this year. Please keep posting these entretaining videos they are pleasent to watch!!
I would LOVE to see a few video on how to design a Microphone, but a bit more detailled and theoretical, like why do I need a capacitor here and a resistor there. I know you can find everything on the internet on this topic, but it would be awesome to have it explained by someone like you!
