☆Vintage 1950s American Microphone Co. DR 332 / R331 Ribbon Microphone *New Ribbon Installed* - DR330 DR332

Thick bass response and darker sound profile Recently reribboned Poor Dynamic Element Inside Bypass making it a ribbon only microphone like the American R331 For sale is an American DR332 which normally incorporates a dynamic element and ribbon to make one signal! This one particular one had a brand new ribbon installed by Cole Picks Vintage and the dynamic element bypassed so it is ribbon only. The result in a smoother and darker sound, and instead of it being an end address microphone, it is a side address microphone like the American R331. Unlike other American Ribbon microphones sold on the market, this one is certainly not in need of any servicing whether that is a wiring repair or a new ribbon. The advantage of having the dynamic element bypassed is the original dynamic elements were not very good, and after 50+ years, it did aid them in performing any better. The only caveats with this microphone are some wear and tear to the paint and finish after so many years. If you love a dark sound or want something that truly encapsulates the sound of a vintage ribbon microphone, this is a great pickup!