All positive descriptives.
So how big and heavy are they really?
Much hassle swapping the transformers?
The body is not overly big, it is ribbon element and screen that makes them big. But they do have a retro cool look to them. Casacade uses the same body a screen that other Chinese made ribbon mics use. However, Cascade uses a longer ribbon for flatter and more exteded frequencey response. BTW, these can handle 165dbs for when you are stacking Spinal Tap.
If you go with the shock mount I suggested it will make the even bigger. I love the look. It is like a time machine back to the 40's and 50's. Artist are going to either love them......or wonder why they have to be so big. Straight up on a stand is not a problem but on a boom extending out would require a base weight.
Come to think of it, I think I'll get a couple of base weights and use them on over heads for Dana Fuchs band in a couple of weeks. I have a feeling that these are going to kill on OH, much like the fatheads do....but maybe even better up top, and won't require and high end eq'ing. Horns should come out really well, e/g/ trumpet and sax...ribbons usually work well on them.
There are 3 solder joints, so it is really not a big deal...for and extra $150 Cascade will install them and it won't void your warranty. Either way you go, buy direct from Cascade, they are cheaper than retail stores.
Here are a couple of web pics.
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