V-12 Tube Microphone
The V12 is our custom C12-style tube microphone, handbuilt to order in California using premium parts. It is comparable in performance to commercial mics in the $1900-$5000 range.
Features:
- Vintage tone
- 9 polar patterns
- Elastic shockmount
- Power supply
- Robust flightcase
From the edge-terminated capsule to the handpicked components and custom output transformer, this mic is all about vintage vibe.
The capsule is our edge-terminated CK12 recreation. The tube is a low-noise, selected 6072a. The circuit is our version of the ElaM 251 circuit, made with handpicked, audiophile-grade parts including a custom US-made transformer.
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Cosmetic Details
The V-12 is available in a painted black finish with antiqued brass MP logo badge.
We occasionally have these available in a custom vintage silver powdercoat color. Use the drop-down menu above to select the color. If the "add to cart" button changes to "sold out," that means we no longer have the silver color available.
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Power supply options
This microphone includes our standard power supply. It is a zener-regulated supply that is comparable to what you would get with most any commercial tube mic under $1000.
As an alternative, we offer a custom, US-made premium tube mic power supply. These are handbuilt in California. To upgrade your V-12 to this premium PSU, order it here and choose the "upgrade bundle" option for discounted pricing. Note - the upgrade bundle pricing is only available if the PSU is ordered in the same shopping cart as the V-12 microphone.
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Cable options
The V-12 includes a basic XLR7 cable. If you prefer a premium cable, order the Gotham GAC-7 cable here. The GAC-7 uses heavier conductors for the heater circuit, which means lower losses due to cable resistance. This translates to more consistent power for the tube's filament, which is critical to performance.
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Availability
These microphones are built to order in our US headquarters. Allow 3-5 business days for assembly, testing, burn-in, and final QC. Click here for the latest news about custom mic ordering times.
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Description
The V12 is our custom C12-style tube microphone, handbuilt to order in California using premium parts. It is comparable in performance to commercial mics in the $1900-$5000 range.
Features:
- Vintage tone
- 9 polar patterns
- Elastic shockmount
- Power supply
- Robust flightcase
From the edge-terminated capsule to the handpicked components and custom output transformer, this mic is all about vintage vibe.
The capsule is our edge-terminated CK12 recreation. The tube is a low-noise, selected 6072a. The circuit is our version of the ElaM 251 circuit, made with handpicked, audiophile-grade parts including a custom US-made transformer.
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Cosmetic Details
The V-12 is available in a painted black finish with antiqued brass MP logo badge.
We occasionally have these available in a custom vintage silver powdercoat color. Use the drop-down menu above to select the color. If the "add to cart" button changes to "sold out," that means we no longer have the silver color available.
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Power supply options
This microphone includes our standard power supply. It is a zener-regulated supply that is comparable to what you would get with most any commercial tube mic under $1000.
As an alternative, we offer a custom, US-made premium tube mic power supply. These are handbuilt in California. To upgrade your V-12 to this premium PSU, order it here and choose the "upgrade bundle" option for discounted pricing. Note - the upgrade bundle pricing is only available if the PSU is ordered in the same shopping cart as the V-12 microphone.
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Cable options
The V-12 includes a basic XLR7 cable. If you prefer a premium cable, order the Gotham GAC-7 cable here. The GAC-7 uses heavier conductors for the heater circuit, which means lower losses due to cable resistance. This translates to more consistent power for the tube's filament, which is critical to performance.
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Availability
These microphones are built to order in our US headquarters. Allow 3-5 business days for assembly, testing, burn-in, and final QC. Click here for the latest news about custom mic ordering times.
