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“Ear Trumpet Labs’ distinctive microphones have become the new gold standard among Americana and bluegrass guitarists.”
Our most popular special order, released as its own model! Sounds just like Myrtle, looks like Edwina, with a snappy brass bracket to set it apart. For a number of years people have requested a lower-profile ensemble mic. They wanted the sonic characteristics of our most popular ensemble mic, Myrtle (full low-end response, flexibility for multiple players), with the portability and sleekness of our signature Edwina. We have been building this hybrid model as a custom special order for a number of years and have decided to introduce it to our standard line of microphones. A large-diaphragm condenser microphone with distinctive but not domineering looks. Delphina takes the warm, detailed sound and astonishing feedback rejection of our standard Edwina, and adds a low-end tuned for accurately capturing acoustic instruments from any distance, just like our popular Myrtle.
This model has been a favorite of Del McCoury’s for the last two years, and we wanted to honor the silver-haired king of bluegrass in the product name… introducing Delphina!
For a crisper tone with a bit more presence for the same applications, consider Louise/Josephine. For the same tone in a spring-suspended design, consider Myrtle. For a similar tone in a design tailored for closer micing, consider Edwina.
$599
FEATURES
Hand-made microphone with unique appearance
Side or end address, using pivoting brass bracket
Internal shock dampers for minimal handling noise
Warm & smooth midrange for medium-to-long distance applications in a compact body
Integral silk and mesh pop filter, for effective control of plosives without loss of clarity
Transformerless FET fully balanced electronics
Highest quality hand-wired electronic components - film caps, precision resistors, hand tested and matched transistors, with component values tuned for the individual circuit.
SUGGESTED APPLICATIONS
Ideal for single-miking soloists or small acoustic ensembles, including acoustic instruments and multiple vocalists, on stage or in studio.
Notable Users
Del McCoury, Mandolin Orange, The Lowest Pair, Kris Delmhorst
Prefer a Stereo PaIr?
A closely matched stereo pair of Delphinas makes for an incredibly useful and flexible tool for all applications in the studio and on the stage. In stereo, they make ideal drum overheads and room mics. Use in x/y, spaced pair, or ORTF to capture beautiful stereo images of acoustic instruments or group performances. Save by buying a pair of Delphinas in a single blue case with custom-cut foam.
TECHNICAL SPECS:
TRANSDUCER TYPE: condenser, large (26 mm) diaphragm
POLAR PATTERN: cardioid
SENSITIVITY: (re 1000Hz, 94 dB): -40.9 dB (9mV/Pa)
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: <50 Ohm
NOISE FLOOR: <8 dBA
POWER REQUIREMENT: +24V to +48V phantom power
WEIGHT: 1 lb (4 lbs cased)
DIMENSIONS: 8 3/4” x 4” x 1 3/4”; head is 3” in diameter
SKU: ETL-DELPHINA
ACCESSORIES:
INCLUDED
Metal tool case with foam padding, 11” x 6” x 3"
Plastic mic clip
RECOMMENDED (click photo to add to cart)
Brass mic clip ($40) - All-metal mic clip for style, precision, and peace of mind
Pop filter ($40) - if close-miking on a large stage
Knit windscreen ($65) - for open-air stages and video shoots
Phantom power supply ($59) - if using with a combo amp or PA without phantom power
Copper shock mount ($75) - Cut vibrations from stage rumble and mic stand noise
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