A mic made specifically for harp players who swear by the vintage electromechanical sound of a crystal
element.
Born in 1992, The Shaker Crystal Microphone is a hi-Z (high output impedance) harmonica mic with more
of an accurate sound and less tonal coloration than Shaker's Dynamic mics. Some call it cleaner, Shaker says it has more acoustic
clarity. It breaks up with true ice-pick-in-the-ear crystal distortion characteristics when pushed hard. When you need to
cut through a thick rhythm section, this mic has the in-your-face presence and crystal edge to get the job done. The Shaker
mic also has fantastic feedback rejection and is housed in the same indestructible thermal resin casing as the Shaker's Dyno
mic, so it's just as ergonomic and easy to hold. The Crystal is Shaker's original microphone and features 11-detent volume
control. The voice is accurate and clear with traditional crystal breakup and tremendous presence.
Shaker Harmonica
Microphones are part of a complex music making system, one that includes the harmonica, the player's hands, the microphone,
the amp, and the player's personal techniques. Traditional methods of measuring response and behavior become pretty much irrelevant
because Shaker's don't fit strictly into the established categories of polar patterns. By using a sampling of the harmonica's
sound and directing it through acoustic ports into a volume-tuned chamber, Shaker mics become miniature hand-held recording
studios. This is known as Shaker GNS technology, or good noise sampling, resulting in great tone, extreme technique sensitivity,
and tremendous feedback. Designed and engineered by Shakey Joe, these Shaker mics are totally handmade in the US and use as
many American-made parts as possible, making Shaker microphones the real deal. Made in the Arizona desert by harp players,
for harp players.
Shaker Crystal XLR Harmonica Microphone Features:
- Crystal element
- Output: Switchcraft XLR 3-pin connector wired pin-2-hot
- Volume control with 11 micro detents for reference
- Housed in an indestructible thermal resin casing
Get that early-1900s sound you're seeking from your harmonica with this ergonomic, hand-held
crystal mic.
Shaker Crystal XLR Harmonica Microphone Specifications:
- Impedance: 500 ohm
- Sensitivity: -65
- Frequency range: 30 - 11,000 Hz
