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SAMAR Audio Design AL39 – Passive Figure-8 Ribbon Microphone

Premium passive figure-8 ribbon microphone that combines classic styling with cutting-edge ribbon technology for today’s high-resolution recording environments. Featuring an innovative short-path ribbon geometry, custom low-noise toroidal transformer and extended frequency response beyond 25kHz, the SAMAR Audio Design AL39 delivers exceptional detail, natural warmth and outstanding transient accuracy. Handcrafted in the USA, the AL39 excels on vocals, orchestras, acoustic instruments, drum overheads, room microphones and broadcast applications.

SKU: SAM-AL39 Categories: MICROPHONES, Ribbon Microphones

Brands: SAMAR Audio Design

Brand: SAMAR Audio Design

Description

SAMAR Audio Design AL39 – Passive Figure-8 Ribbon Microphone

OVERVIEW

The SAMAR Audio Design AL39 is a handcrafted passive figure-8 ribbon microphone designed to deliver the warmth of classic ribbon microphones with the accuracy, detail and extended bandwidth demanded by modern high-resolution recording. While its vintage-inspired appearance recalls classic studio microphones, the AL39 is built around an entirely original ribbon design featuring innovative short-path geometry, providing exceptional transient response, remarkable clarity and an extended frequency response beyond 25kHz. The result is a versatile microphone that captures performances with outstanding realism and musicality.

At the heart of the AL39 is a precision-engineered low-mass ribbon element featuring proprietary corrugation technology and a unique fine-tuning adjustment that ensures exceptional consistency from one microphone to the next. Its custom-matched low-noise toroidal transformer contributes to the microphone’s balanced tonal character, delivering smooth lows, detailed mids and an open, natural high end with exceptionally low distortion. A robust stainless steel body, precision CNC manufacturing and meticulous hand assembly ensure long-term reliability while maintaining the highest standards of performance.

Designed for professional studios, broadcast facilities and live sound applications, the AL39 features an adjustable hard-mount swivel that makes it equally suitable for single-microphone use or stereo techniques including X-Y and Mid-Side (M-S). Whether recording vocals, choirs, orchestras, piano, brass, strings, acoustic or electric guitars, percussion, drum overheads or room ambience, the AL39 consistently delivers the detailed, natural ribbon sound that discerning engineers demand.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Modern Ribbon Performance

The AL39 combines innovative ribbon technology with a modern design philosophy, delivering exceptional detail, low distortion and an extended frequency response beyond 25kHz.

Innovative Short-Path Ribbon Geometry

Its proprietary short-path ribbon motor design improves transient response, frequency extension and overall sonic accuracy for today’s high-resolution recording applications.

Custom Toroidal Transformer

A specially matched low-noise toroidal transformer provides a balanced tonal character with excellent clarity, natural warmth and remarkably low distortion.

Built for Stereo Recording

The integrated adjustable hard-mount swivel allows the AL39 to be used individually or as part of professional X-Y and Mid-Side (M-S) stereo microphone configurations.

Handcrafted American Quality

Every AL39 is precision manufactured, assembled and tested by hand in the USA using premium materials to ensure exceptional reliability and consistency.

Outstanding Recording Versatility

From vocals and orchestras to guitars, piano, drum overheads and broadcast production, the AL39 performs exceptionally across an extensive range of recording applications.

FEATURES

Passive figure-8 ribbon microphone designed for professional studio, broadcast and live sound applications.
Innovative short-path ribbon geometry delivers exceptional transient response and extended high-frequency performance.
Extended frequency response reaching 20Hz to beyond 25kHz.
Low-mass ribbon element provides detailed, natural sound with excellent dynamics.
Unique ribbon fine-tuning adjustment ensures exceptional consistency between microphones.
Proprietary ribbon corrugation process improves ribbon integrity while eliminating the need for specialised handling.
Custom-matched low-noise toroidal transformer delivers transparent signal transfer and balanced tonal character.
Precision-machined stainless steel body manufactured using advanced CNC machining.
Adjustable hard-mount swivel supports flexible microphone positioning.
Ideal for individual microphone use or X-Y and Mid-Side (M-S) stereo configurations.
Natural figure-8 polar pattern captures sound accurately from the front and rear while providing excellent side rejection.
Excellent for vocals, choirs, orchestras, piano, brass, woodwinds, strings, acoustic guitar, electric guitar, drum overheads, percussion, room microphones, broadcast, film and television production.
Entirely manufactured, assembled and tested in the USA using in-house produced components.
Designed for years of dependable professional performance.