Pinnacle X-Treme Stereo Ribbon Mic Lundahl Transformer

Pinnacle X-treme Stereo Ribbon Mic Lundahl Transformer

Product Code: eq123770
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Enter the studio recording big leagues with the X-Treme from Pinnacle Microphones, a stereo ribbon mic with dual, hand-tuned, symmetrical ribbon elements offset by 90° and positioned in a classic Blumlein configuration for excellent stereo separation and minimal off-axis coloration. The X-Treme sports a true figure-8/bidirectional polar pattern, making it ideal for recording drum overheads, guitar cabs, acoustic guitars, horns, pianos, room ambiance, percussion, choirs, and orchestras.

With a corrugated aluminum membrane in the microphone center that reaches from front to back, a balanced audio signal is provided to both sides of the ribbon motor assembly, and the assembly delivers an exceptionally wide frequency response with an extended sensitivity range. A Lundahl 2912 transformer provides a further extended frequency range, improved definition, a lower floor, and a higher ceiling. The X-Treme comes with a collection of vital accessories for getting the most out of your mic including a shockmount, a splitter cable that converts the mic's 5-pin XLR to two separate 3-pin XLR outputs for each element, a padded vinyl pouch, and a highly durable aluminum case for storage and transport.

For Drum Overheads, Guitar, Orchestra Dual Symmetrical Ribbon Elements Blumlein Stereo Configuration True Figure-8 Polar Pattern Corrugated Aluminum Membrane Wide Frequency Response Includes 5-Pin to 3-Pin XLR Splitter Includes Pouch, Shockmount & Metal Case

Key Specs
Polar Pattern	Figure-8
Element Type	2x Ribbon
Controls	No
Frequency Response	30 Hz to 18 kHz
Maximum SPL	135 dB
Analog Output	1x TA5F/Mini-XLR 5-Pin (on Mic) 2x XLR 3-Pin (on Included Cable)
Power Sources	No Power Required
Microphone
Polar Pattern	Figure-8
Element Type	2x Ribbon
Sound Field	Stereo (Blumlein Configuration)
Orientation	Side Address
Controls	No
Pad	No
Circuitry	Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response	30 Hz to 18 kHz
Maximum SPL	135 dB
Connectivity
Analog Output	1x TA5F/Mini-XLR 5-Pin (on Mic) 2x XLR 3-Pin (on Included Cable)
Power Sources	No Power Required
Physical
Mounting Thread Size	1/4"-20 Female

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is it good for a GH6?

A: Yes, the ALZO Cinema Camera Transformer Rig will be able to support the Panasonic Lumix GH6 Mirrorless Camera well.

Q: 2. Can I use this tripod for my small travel telescope, weight about two pounds, 1/4 -20 threaded hole for attaching to a camera tripod? Thanks!

A: I used it to stabilize a pair of long distance binoculars that weigh close to 4 pounds and it worked great!

Q: 3. Will this fit an Alobtt 70 Inch tripod?

A: We do not sell that tripod and thus we have no documentation as to what the quick release plate is. However, we can take a guess and say this one might work. Sunpak Quick Release Plate for UT-Series 663 Tripods B&H # SUQRPHUT663. Special Order: Expected availability: 7-10 business days.

Q: 4. Will this tripod support a DSLR camera, such as a Nikon d5200?

A: Yes, this tripod can support a DSLR. The P900 can support up to five pounds.

Q: 5. What's included in the box?

A: This microphone comes with the following:Cascade Microphones FAT HEAD II Ribbon Microphone (Brown/Gold)Premium ShockmountDeluxe Oil-Stained Wood BoxMicrofiber Cleaning ClothDrawcord Cloth Storage PouchAluminum CaseLimited 5-Year Warranty on MicrophoneLimited 1-Year Warranty on Ribbon Capsule

Q: 6. Is this tripod left handed?

A: The pan handle is on the left side.

Q: 7. How about the size of this plate? I need a plate with size of 1.8 *1.6

A: Unfortunately quick release plates are not a universal type fit, and each plate varies from one manufacturer to the next, and some manufacturers even have multiple types of plates for their various heads. Plates are not listed based on size dimensions or measurements due to the fact that each plate is proprietary to the release assembly/head it is being utilized on. As such we are not able to honor requests for release plates of particular dimensions. When searching for quick release plates, or requesting release plates from us, one must indicate the specific head or release assembly the plate in question mounts upon, and from there we can see what available options we may have to offer you. Further, we do not have access to our inventory to hand-inspect or measure plates etc.

Q: 8. Can I use this with my canon vixia HF R500? Thanks!

A: Yes.

Q: 9. Does this tripod have a leveler?

A: Yes, there is a built in bubble level on the P800.

Q: 10. I would like to know whether Pinnacle Dazzle DVCPTENAM will support PAL video system?

A: Sorry but this item is NTSC only.You might consider the one below for it does handle PAL.

Ron	28/09/2024
[Figure-8] I love this Mic for Guitar and Vocals! 5

anyonymous	29/08/2024
[Solid-State] This is a warm, full bodied ribbon mic and for the money you won't find a better sound. I put the fathead between a drum kit and a guitar amp, and the result was a full, clear and warm mono recording. It needed nothing else. You'll want a preamp with this one, as the output is low. 5

Billy	18/08/2024
[Side Address] Using these for guitars and overhead mics. Love them! Great beefy guitars and beautiful non-brittle overheads. Only issue was one of them was dead on arrival but it got replaced quickly and easily thru Cascade. 5

sirberg	05/08/2024
[Figure-8] i've tried a lot of expensive mic's and the cascades are much more amazing than even microphones that cost double !! if you are into buying a quality product and not spending a lot of money but still getting the high end quality this one is for you ! 5

Travis	17/06/2024
[Figure-8] I love these mics! They are really sensitive and sound really nice. They came as arrived. The case is really tough too. Great mics! 5

Jason	15/06/2024
[Solid-State] For the money you can't beat the Fathead. When I tried it for the first time I had to crank my Digital MPA almost all the way up to get a good signal for mid/side recording which kind of bummed me out. The MPA has 60dB of gain for the digital output which is what I'm using and 70dB for the analog but I needed more for mid/side. Then I found the Cloudlifter(another $ but worth every cent)The Cloudlifter gives you 20 to 25dB more CLEAN gain via phantom power and life is now very good for recording with any low output mic. Do some research about ribbon and other low output mics and check out the Cloudlifter. 5

Paul	03/06/2024
[Side Address] Works for what I wanted, a mic to tame soprano saxophone recordings. Sounds great. The figure of 8 pick up pattern presents a challenges for my application, but it still works. 5

Guitar Tone Chaser	09/05/2024
[Figure-8] I started down the ribbon mic road looking for a less harsh, fuller, more natural sounding tone than I was getting from SM57s, e609, your typical dynamic mic. I started with a large ribbon (MXL 860) mic and it blew my mind. A little too much bass so I had to EQ the 100hz and below out of it, but still really awesome. Could have stopped there, but hey, I love gear. I had read that short ribbon mics have less of that boomy bottom end effect (similar to how a 57 goes through proximity effect the closer it gets to the speaker). The Fathead seemed to fit the bill perfectly. And it is awesome. It is a nicely warm, mid-range balanced, with perfect taming of the highs that a 57 will kill you with. Finally a mic that sounds BETTER through the headphones than my Marshall head & Vintage 30 cabinet sounds in the room. Seriously, place this mic in the right place (on axis with dust cap, offset from center 1/2 your speaker dust cap width), and you will prefer the sound through your IEMs. Packaging was awesome, cool boxes, etc, but who cares. I'm in it for the mic quality and this has quality sound in spades. I would trade every SM57 in my inventory for just one of these. 5

Chad	08/05/2024
[Figure-8] I bought this Cascade Fathead ribbon mic to use along with an Ear Trumpet Lab Louise condenser mic for recording our old-time string band. I am blown away by the sound quality of our recordings. We sit in a semi-circle and have the Fathead approx. 18 inch from the center instrument and the ETL condenser mic about an arm length behind the Fathead. Our recordings now have a nice full sound and I’m not having to EQ anything, just a bit of compression to tighten up the overall sound. I would buy again and definitely recommend for mixing acoustic instruments. 5

Robert	01/05/2024
[Figure-8] This mic gives a much better and accurate reproduction of a voice trained to be heard in un-miked settings than the results I have been obtaining with a similarly priced condenser mic. I'm very pleased with the quality and accuracy of the sound. Thanks to Cascade for producing this great microphone! 5