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Avantone CK1 small capsule FET pencil microphone

Review: The Avantone CK1 is truly a gorgeous looking and sounding microphone. The design, character and performance can be compared directly to fine studio standard FET mics but at a fraction of their cost!

Avantone's rugged CK1 microphone body and capsule assembly are precision machined from brass. Aesthetically, it features an elegant cabernet wine red finish, accented with polished nickel trim and capsule assembly.

The CK1 in its normal stock version uses high grade polystyrene and metalized polypropylene capacitors in the audio path. This represents Avantone's commitment to quality as these normally are the type of upgrade components that are implemented by microphone modders!

The high quality FET circuitry will yield pleasing professional results comparable to much more expensive designs. Any studio can proudly offer the CK1 for instrumental and percussion miking as it exudes class visually as well as sonically. The CK1 is equally at home on the stage for drum overheads, acoustic instruments and piano.

The CK1 includes 3, 19mm (3/4") interchangeable capsules (cardioid, omni, and hypercardioid) to provide unlimited miking possibilities! Manufactured using the finest materials yielding a very solid feel, superb structural integrity and rugged reliability. The rugged CK1 mic is able to produce professional results with a clean sonic character.

The included SSM shockmount is superb in allowing a precise positioning of the mic while inhibiting the transfer of unwanted vibrations up into the mic. This isolation allows for superior professional results.

The CK1 has separate -10 dB pad & 80Hz low frequency roll off switches.The -10dB attenuation switch can be engaged to keep from overloading the electronics. The 80Hz high pass filter switch can be engaged to reduce rumble and to keep unwanted low frequencies from muddying up your recordings.

This highly dynamic microphones will become essential to your collection, and is particularly food for recording cymbals, hi hats, acoustic guitar, drum overheads, piano, percussion etc

Pair of powered, full range mini monitors

Review: The Avantone MixCubes are shielded, full range mini reference monitors. Their design is inspired by the legacy of the 5C Sound Cubes used in virtually all major studios for the last 25 years.

Studios primarily use 2 way & 3 way larger monitors designed to represent a wide range reference viewpoint at higher listening levels. However, in this newly developing age of high definition audio, there is still a need to also hear what your mix will sound like when played back over small bass challenged systems such as televisions, clock radios, computers, car stereos, iPod docking stations, etc. It is important to make mixing judgments based partially on listening to reference monitors that will not impart tonal anomalies caused by crossovers or inferior full range drivers. Particular attention is always paid to the critical mid-range vocal/guitar/keyboard areas. This is where having a full range monitor without a crossover is truly revealing. Ten months of R&D comparative listening & tweaking went into the voicing of the Avantone MixCubes. The result is a very smooth sounding, full range upgrade from the original 5C Sound Cubes. Listening tests reveal that the MixCubes have a smooth, more open, transparent top end response with extended bass while maintaining their basic original character.

The original 5C Sound Cubes were made of 1/2" particleboard covered with a glue on wood grain contact paper. Avantone chose to use thicker, denser MDF board because of its high rigidity and inherent low-resonance characteristics. Avantone started with a 165mm (6 1/2") sealed cube design with radiused edges. Avantone then chose an elegant polyurethane high gloss retro cream finish. The originals had either screws or on later models plastic binding posts mounted on a recessed plastic cup. Avantone upgraded to high-end nickel plated, machined solid metal binding posts (dual banana spacing) mounted on a black anodized, milled and silk screened aluminum terminal plate. Next Avantone added a 7mm thick neoprene pad embedded into the base of the cabinet to serve as a skid-resistant acoustic isolator. Additionally, for creative mounting situations, Avantone recessed an industry standard 5/8"-27" mic stand mount into the base.

The originals were a basic 5" stamped frame design. Avantone designed a proprietary 5.25" die cast aluminum frame driver/cone assembly to exceed the performance of the originals. The mounting bezel is then polished for an elegant appearance. The paper cone, chosen for its musical character, is custom designed & crafted using the finest New Zealand pulp with mica fibers added for lighter weight & rigidity. The cloth surround is made in Japan to exacting uniform thickness tolerances. The top plate and T-Yoke of driver are made of Sumitomo 1008 low carbon steel enabling the highest modeled flux density in the gap. The magnets are Y- 40 grade (MIL-spec) yielding a 43oz. High power-low distortion motor structure.

Avantone designed the amp module from the ground up to be a true professional grade amplifier. It incorporates overkill concepts in component selection as well as safety. The result is a no compromise amp with robust headroom characteristics that will rival the performance of much higher priced studio rack mount amps.

Pair of full range mini reference monitors

Review: The Avantone MixCubes are shielded, full-range mini reference monitors. Their design is inspired by the legacy of the 5C Sound Cubes used in virtually all-major studios for the last 25 years.

Studios primarily use 2-way & 3-way larger monitors designed to represent a wide range reference viewpoint at higher listening levels. However, in this newly developing age of high definition audio, there is still a need to also hear what your mix will sound like when played back over small bass-challenged systems such as televisions, clock radios, computers, car stereos, iPod docking stations, etc. It is important to make mixing judgments based partially on listening to reference monitors that will not impart tonal anomalies caused by crossovers or inferior full range drivers. Particular attention is always paid to the critical mid-range vocal/guitar/keyboard areas. This is where having a full-range monitor without a crossover is truly revealing. Ten months of R&D comparative listening & tweaking went into the voicing of the Avantone MixCubes. The result is a very smooth sounding, full range upgrade from the original 5C Sound Cubes. Listening tests reveal that the MixCubes have a smooth, more open, transparent top end response with extended bass while maintaining their basic original character.

Recommended power rating is 50-200W of solid state power or 10-100W of tube power. It is advisable to use a high quality studio-grade power amplifier. The metal binding posts on the rear of the speaker can accept bare wire, spade lugs, or single or dual banana plugs. It is best to use 12 -16 AWG wire for runs longer than 6 feet.

When positioning the Avantone MixCubes on stands or console bridges it is best to keep them at ear level and slightly angled in towards the engineer. Since they are shielded it is ok to place them near a CRT video monitor or TV without causing any problems. The bottom mic stand mounts will also allow you creative positioning options in unusual studio playback situations.

Pair of full range mini reference monitors

Review: The Avantone MixCubes are shielded, full-range mini reference monitors. Their design is inspired by the legacy of the 5C Sound Cubes used in virtually all-major studios for the last 25 years.

Studios primarily use 2-way & 3-way larger monitors designed to represent a wide range reference viewpoint at higher listening levels. However, in this newly developing age of high definition audio, there is still a need to also hear what your mix will sound like when played back over small bass-challenged systems such as televisions, clock radios, computers, car stereos, iPod docking stations, etc. It is important to make mixing judgments based partially on listening to reference monitors that will not impart tonal anomalies caused by crossovers or inferior full range drivers. Particular attention is always paid to the critical mid-range vocal/guitar/keyboard areas. This is where having a full-range monitor without a crossover is truly revealing. Ten months of R&D comparative listening & tweaking went into the voicing of the Avantone MixCubes. The result is a very smooth sounding, full range upgrade from the original 5C Sound Cubes. Listening tests reveal that the MixCubes have a smooth, more open, transparent top end response with extended bass while maintaining their basic original character.

Recommended power rating is 50-200W of solid state power or 10-100W of tube power. It is advisable to use a high quality studio-grade power amplifier. The metal binding posts on the rear of the speaker can accept bare wire, spade lugs, or single or dual banana plugs. It is best to use 12 -16 AWG wire for runs longer than 6 feet.

When positioning the Avantone MixCubes on stands or console bridges it is best to keep them at ear level and slightly angled in towards the engineer. Since they are shielded it is ok to place them near a CRT video monitor or TV without causing any problems. The bottom mic stand mounts will also allow you creative positioning options in unusual studio playback situations.

Full range, powered mini reference monitor

Review: The Avatone Active MixCubes is powered, shielded, full range studio mini reference monitor. Their design is inspired by the legacy of the 5C Sound Cubes used in virtually major studios for the last 25 years. The Avantone Active MixCubes are designed to be high resolution monitors for fixed or remote locations. The secondary engineering facet was to create a timeless design that compliments a single full range transducer.

Studios primarily use 2 way & 3 way large monitors designed to represent a wide range reference viewpoint at higher listening levels. However, in the newly developing age of high definition audio, there is still a need to hear what your mix will sound like when played back over small bass challenged systems such as televisions, clock radios, computers, car stereos, iPod docking stations, etc. It is important to make mixing judgments based partially on listening to reference monitors that will not impart tonal anomalies caused by crossovers or inferior full range drivers. Particular attention is always paid to the critical mid range vocal, guitar and keyboard areas. This is where having a full range monitor without a crossover is truly revealing.

More than 12 months of R&D, comparative listening & tweaking went into the voicing of the Avantone MixCubes. The result is a very smooth sounding, full range upgrade from those old familiar 5C Sound Cubes engineers were so fond of in the 1980s-1990s. Listening tests reveal that the Mix Cubes have a smoother midrange, more accurate, transparent top end response with extended bass while maintaining the basic characteristics of those original little cubes.

Constructed of non layered, high rigidity MDF board due to its natural low resonance characteristics. All cabinet edges are radiused. Elegant polyurethane high gloss black finish. 7mm thick neoprene pad embedded into the base of the cabinet serves as a skid resistant acoustic isolator. For creative mounting solutions, Avantone recessed an industry standard 5/8"-27" mic stand mount into the base.

The paper cone (chosen for its musical character) was custom designed utilising the latest in FEA modeling and old school speaker design artistry. The finest New Zealand pulp material is blended with mica fibers for rigidity and longevity. The cloth surround material is made in Japan and has unique damping characteristics, enabling a predictable compliance over the lifespan of the driver. The motor structure is made of certified 1008 low carbon steel by Sumitomo. The magnets are Y-40 GRADE (MIL-SPEC) yielding a 43oz high power/low distortion motor structure. The proprietary 5.25" die cast aluminum frame supports the driver/cone minimizing mechanical transfers. The outer mounting face of the aluminum frame is polished for an elegant appearance.

Full range, powered mini reference monitor

Review: The Avatone Active MixCubes is powered, shielded, full range studio mini reference monitor. Their design is inspired by the legacy of the 5C Sound Cubes used in virtually major studios for the last 25 years. The Avantone Active MixCubes are designed to be high resolution monitors for fixed or remote locations. The secondary engineering facet was to create a timeless design that compliments a single full range transducer.

Studios primarily use 2 way & 3 way large monitors designed to represent a wide range reference viewpoint at higher listening levels. However, in the newly developing age of high definition audio, there is still a need to hear what your mix will sound like when played back over small bass challenged systems such as televisions, clock radios, computers, car stereos, iPod docking stations, etc. It is important to make mixing judgments based partially on listening to reference monitors that will not impart tonal anomalies caused by crossovers or inferior full range drivers. Particular attention is always paid to the critical mid range vocal, guitar and keyboard areas. This is where having a full range monitor without a crossover is truly revealing.

More than 12 months of R&D, comparative listening & tweaking went into the voicing of the Avantone MixCubes. The result is a very smooth sounding, full range upgrade from those old familiar 5C Sound Cubes engineers were so fond of in the 1980s-1990s. Listening tests reveal that the Mix Cubes have a smoother midrange, more accurate, transparent top end response with extended bass while maintaining the basic characteristics of those original little cubes.

Constructed of non layered, high rigidity MDF board due to its natural low resonance characteristics. All cabinet edges are radiused. Elegant polyurethane high gloss black finish. 7mm thick neoprene pad embedded into the base of the cabinet serves as a skid resistant acoustic isolator. For creative mounting solutions, Avantone recessed an industry standard 5/8"-27" mic stand mount into the base.

The paper cone (chosen for its musical character) was custom designed utilising the latest in FEA modeling and old school speaker design artistry. The finest New Zealand pulp material is blended with mica fibers for rigidity and longevity. The cloth surround material is made in Japan and has unique damping characteristics, enabling a predictable compliance over the lifespan of the driver. The motor structure is made of certified 1008 low carbon steel by Sumitomo. The magnets are Y-40 GRADE (MIL-SPEC) yielding a 43oz high power/low distortion motor structure. The proprietary 5.25" die cast aluminum frame supports the driver/cone minimizing mechanical transfers. The outer mounting face of the aluminum frame is polished for an elegant appearance.