SE Electronics Gemini-II Dual Vacuum Tube Cardioid Condenser Microphone with Shock Mount and Case

SE Electronics Gemini-II Dual Tube Cardioid Condenser Microphone is an incredibly huge, detailed, and intimate microphone. The Gemini II dual valve microphone is a no-holds-barred piece of microphone history. The dual valve design means pure valve warmth from the 12AX7 input valve, coupled with a 12AU7 valve on the output stage. The result is an incredibly large, detailed, and intimate sound - reminiscent of the classic valve microphones from decades ago, but with a thoroughly modern twist.
1/4-Inch True Condenser Capsule
The Gemini II has a 1/4-inch capsule handcrafted and individually tuned in the factory. Thanks to a larger-than-life capsule, true condenser technology, and ultra-precision parts, the Gemini II delivers a sparkling, pristine high-end typically only found in the most expensive solid-state microphones, while maintaining the rich, thick tonality of a tube mic.
Switchable Bass-Cut and Pad
Not just for vocals, the 150 Hz bass-cut filter and -10dB pad make the Gemini useful for loud and heavy sources like drum room mics and booming timpani.
Dual Vacuum Tube Design
Most microphones use a transformer to optimize the mic's output impedance and couple the mic to the mic preamplifier. With the Gemini II, this optimization is accomplished with a second vacuum tube, negating any high-frequency roll-off typically incurred with a transformer.
Hand-Made All-Metal Housing with Gold XLR Connector
The Gemini II’s hand-made all-metal housing, gold-plated XLR connector, and gold-sputtered diaphragms ensure maximum reliability in any sonic setting from studio to stage for years of demanding use.
Recommended Use
The Gemini II dual valve microphone is recommended for use for vocals, drum kit, OH, room, acoustic guitar, electric guitar cab, orchestral plus strings, piano, woodwinds, and brass.