Golden Age Project R1 ST Vintage Style Stereo Ribbon Microphone

Achieve true-to-life stereo recordings with unmatched spatial accuracy through the Golden Age R1 ST vintage-style ribbon microphone. Designed to deliver a natural, balanced soundstage, it eliminates the complexity of aligning separate microphones while providing rich room ambience and a focused center image.

The core advantage lies in its dual 2-micron aluminum ribbon elements, each 50 mm long, configured in a Blumlein crossed figure-8 polar pattern. This precise alignment captures deep stereo depth and phase coherence, ensuring recordings with exceptional clarity and detail. The Blumlein configuration enhances the spatial fidelity of your recordings by accurately representing the acoustic environment without coloration.

Handling sound pressure levels up to 160 dB means the R1 ST is capable of recording everything from delicate vocals to the intense dynamics of drums and brass instruments without distortion. This high SPL tolerance expands your application range, making it suitable for virtually any acoustic source.

Connectivity is streamlined with a standard XLR connector paired with a dedicated splitter box, enabling simultaneous stereo output or individual use of either ribbon element for mono recording. This flexibility enhances workflow efficiency and broadens the mic’s utility in diverse recording scenarios.

Included accessories such as a shockmount minimize handling noise, while two transport cases—one hard, one soft—ensure optimal protection during transit or storage. These additions reflect a professional-grade design focused on durability and convenience.

In dimensions and build, the 50 mm long dual aluminum ribbons provide a balanced frequency response and sensitivity, critical for capturing nuanced performances with ribbon mic warmth and vintage character. This microphone is engineered to meet the rigorous demands of studio professionals seeking authentic analog sound reproduction.

The Golden Age R1 ST vintage-style stereo ribbon microphone delivers precise stereo imaging, robust SPL handling, and professional-grade accessories in a single package. Its specialized Blumlein configuration and dual-element design offer unmatched versatility and sonic fidelity for discerning engineers and producers.