Vintage 1950's Electro-Voice 911 crystal microphone w cable and Shure S38B desk stand PROP

Hello and welcome to The House of Chrome. You are looking at a unique older Electro Voice model 911 crystal microphone based on the similar 611 dynamic version that was sold for about 10 years during the 1950's before the mic was eventually discontinued. This microphone comes complete with the short cable shown in which to operate and a period Shure S38B microphone desk stand. This unique 911 mic came right out of Buchanan, Michigan and has a look all it's own with it's clean, pleasing lines and curves. Pic # 2 is from an old 1950's E.V catalog showing this very model. Before the 611 and 911 models there was only the 610 and 910 model. These were the forerunner to the later 611 and 911 mics that were sold from the 1950's to 1960's. These 911 microphones were used for dispatch and general broadcasting purposes when they were originally sold. It should be noted right away that this microphone has been tested and still works but like most crystal mics of this era the element is very weak and only putting out about 50% signal so this should really only be used for prop, repair or display purposes. Most 911's no longer work at all as the crystal elements did not hold up well over time due to issues with humidity and temperature but this example will make a nice piece in the collection. As seen in the pics provided...the polished chrome finish has a nice luster despite the physical wear in the form of scratches and a few tiny spots of pitting on the mic. Mic is a very conservative 7 on a scale of 1 - 10 physically speaking. Please let the pictures be your guide. I try to provide the most detailed, up close photos available so you know exactly what you are getting and no buyers remorse so common with these older mics. This is above average for most 911's you'll see for sale. The stainless steel mesh screen is in excellent condition and looks beautiful with zero wear, odors or dents. Threads for the cable and stand are perfect and this mic will screw onto any American desk or floor stand. The E.V badge looks very clean as well. The plastic gasket is free of any cracks. Everything is tight on this mic. No issues. Also included... A very nice 8 inch cable with the vintage Amphenol female 5/8 connector for the mic and female Switchcraft 1/4 inch end connector. The cable is soft, pliable and free of damage. You can use any longer male 1/4 inch cable of choice as an extension. Simply leave the short cable screwed on at all times and only attach your other cable when needed. The short cable is properly wired so if you ever do replace the element this short cable is ready to go. MICROPHONE STAND IS PART OF THIS SALE... The stand is a 1960's era Shure Brothers S38B model microphone desk stand with an Atlas AD-5 adapter and Atlas 3 inch chrome riser. The S38B had the painted aluminum base. The S38B comes with the riser that has the standard 5/8 X 27 thread that allows all American screw on microphones and microphone clips to be mounted. This S38B is in very good overall condition with just lite typical wear on the painted base in the form of small scratches and tiny paint chips. The riser looks very good as you can see with typical wear. This S38B will compliment most small to medium sized mics it might holds as well as the 911 it comes with. The stand comes with the 3 original rubber pads. Let the pictures be your guide please. Stands dimensions are appx 4 1/2 inches wide X 5 inches tall. With the mic on top it's 11 inches tall. I would give this stand an honest 7 + on a scale of 1 - 10 physically speaking. As always... I can promise you will be happy with it for the price paid. If not...I have a no hassle return policy. The shipping will be on you as I believe that's fair but the purchase price would be refunded. Simply return in the same nice condition...period. Check my rating. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS are welcome as well. Buyer must pay within 24 hours or an unpaid case will be opened and item relisted. Domestic buyer will get priority shipping. If you have any questions feel free to ask and...thanks for looking.