Vintage 1970's Electro Voice 661 dynamic cardioid microphone w Atlas DS-5 stand 664A 664 676 display prop repair

Hello and welcome to The House of Chrome. You are looking at a very unique and older Electro Voice 661 model dynamic cardioid microphone with the on / off switch and dual impedance setting. This mic was nothing more than an upgraded 664A. The difference between the two was that the 664A was set at Low Z and did not have the Hi Z option like the 661 does. Otherwise the mics were completely identical in every way. It should be noted right away that this mic should be used for display, prop or repair purposes only. The mics element does work but only on the Low Z setting and the tone lacks bass. This should be used for any purpose. Again, display purposes only. It will make a very nice award due to it's physical condition. Pic # 2 shows the more common 664A model and it's basic specs from an old data sheet I have. The data sheet is not included but you can always make a copy of it for reference purposes. The 664A has a lot in common with the E.V RE10 and RE15 series mics utilizing the same element and Variable D technology that gives the user a minimum of unwanted feedback when close to the mic. It's virtually pop proof which most mics have a difficult time with. The 661 and 664A are very smooth in tone and in the Low Z setting you get a lot of warmth as well making it ideal for singing and broadcasting as it was intended. The mic has been thoroughly gone through and cleaned. As you can see it's a very nice example showing an absolute minimum of wear. The satin chrome body shows just a few tiny spots of pitting that is hard to see even up close and a couple lite scratches. The front screen is tarnish free, No dents or odors and the inner foam pop filter was replaced as the original was basically wore out. The E.V label on the upper tube is free of wear and completely legible. I'd rate the mic a true 8 + on a scale of 1 - 10 though many would rate higher. The mic takes a standard XLR cable in which to operate. The mic will screw onto any desk or floor stand you have and the threading on the mic is perfect. Nothing stripped. MICROPHONE STAND IS PART OF THIS SALE... This mic stand is a period 1970's Atlas DS-5 model with the painted cast iron base and 4 inch chrome riser. It makes for a very stable platform for the 661 and really compliments the mic as well. The stand is just as nice as the mic with almost no wear at all. Still has the original 3 cork pads that are in excellent shape. Mic with stand is appx 14 inches tall (with mic raised up fully) X 6 inches wide. This will make a very nice display piece anywhere it sits in the home, studio or office. As with all my other vintage microphones... I can promise you will be happy with it for the price paid. If not...I have a no hassle return policy. The return 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 will lose rights to this item, unpaid item report will be filed and will be relisted. If you don't intend on buying this...do not commit to buy please. Domestic buyer will get priority shipping. If you have any questions feel free to ask and...thanks for looking.