PPA Direct Imports -- Microphones

LD-1 Large Diaphragm Condenser

This professional large diaphragm, cardioid condenser microphone with an elastic suspension, is designed for use in studios, concert halls, and broadcast applications. The LD-1 exhibits deep low frequency response and a smooth and melodious high end.

Accessories Included:
- Shockmount
- Leather pouch

$99.95

LD-1 Specifications (.pdf)

LD-3 Large Diaphragm Tube Condenser

The LD-3's tube circuitry uses a replaceable classic 12AX7 vacuum tube and exhibits the same extraordinary sound and performance of a legendary vacuum tube microphone. It includes a switchable high pass filter and 10dB pad to reduce distortion from high sound pressure levels and unnecessary low-end frequencies. The polar pattern adjustment located on its power supply allows you to move from omnidirectional, to cardioid, through figure-8 with six intermediate stages.

Accessories Included:
- Hard plastic, padded carrying case
- Leather pouch
- Shockmount
- Power supply
- 25ft 7-pin tube mic cable

$199.95

LD-3 Specifications (.pdf)

R-2 Stereo Ribbon

The R-2 Stereo Ribbon houses two separate matched ribbon elements that are positioned one above the other. The elements are offset and are configured in the Blumlein setup offering great stereo separation and minimal off-axis coloration. The R-2 can be used for a wide variety of applications including: drum overheads, guitar cabinets, acoustic guitar, piano, horns and room ambiance.

Accessories Included:
- Aluminum, padded carrying case
- Leather pouch
- Shockmount
- Foam windscreen
- 30ft specialty stereo mic cable

$299.95

R-2 Specifications (.pdf)

The following .wav sample is an unprocessed stereo recording of the Thalia Symphony Orchestra, from a performance at the First Free Methodist Church on the Seattle Pacific University Campus, using one R-2 Microphone.

- Courtesy of Mr. Ron Haight

R-2 Stereo Ribbon
(16 bit / 44.1 kHz .wav)