SAMAR Audio Design MF65 – Passive Figure-8 Ribbon Microphone (Single)

OVERVIEW

The SAMAR Audio Design MF65 is a premium passive ribbon microphone that sets a new benchmark for modern ribbon microphone performance. Combining original engineering with meticulous American craftsmanship, the MF65 delivers ruler-flat low-frequency response down to 20Hz and an exceptionally extended high-frequency response beyond 25kHz – performance rarely achieved by traditional ribbon microphones. Designed by Dr. Mark Fouxman, every aspect of the microphone has been optimised to provide outstanding transient response, natural detail and remarkable tonal balance for today’s highest-resolution recording environments.

At the heart of the MF65 is one of the industry’s most advanced ribbon motor designs, featuring an extremely short front-to-back ribbon path for exceptional frequency accuracy and phase integrity. A precision-engineered low-mass ribbon, fine ribbon adjustment mechanism and custom-designed in-house toroidal transformer combine to produce an open, transparent sound that blends vintage ribbon warmth with modern clarity. Every component is precision CNC-machined and manufactured in-house to extremely tight tolerances, ensuring exceptional consistency and long-term reliability.

Supplied in a handcrafted curly maple presentation box lined with premium piano-grade felt, the MF65 includes an innovative stainless steel shock mount that provides remarkable isolation while maintaining secure support. Ideal for vocals, piano, brass, acoustic and electric guitars, drum overheads, choirs, strings and room microphones, the MF65 is a true reference-quality ribbon microphone for professional studios.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Flagship Ribbon Microphone Design

The MF65 combines original engineering and precision manufacturing to deliver reference-grade ribbon microphone performance with exceptional sonic accuracy.

Extended Frequency Response

With ruler-flat bass response to 20Hz and extended highs beyond 25kHz, the MF65 captures every nuance with remarkable realism.

Innovative Ribbon Motor

Its advanced short-path ribbon motor provides outstanding transient response, low distortion and excellent phase integrity.

Custom In-House Transformer

A specially designed toroidal transformer delivers exceptional clarity, balanced frequency response and ultra-low distortion.

Premium Handcrafted Construction

Every microphone is manufactured, assembled and tested by hand in the USA using precision CNC-machined components.

Innovative Shock Mount

The supplied stainless steel shock mount provides exceptional isolation using a unique dual-point support system unlike conventional microphone suspensions.

FEATURES

• Passive figure-8 ribbon microphone
• Flagship SAMAR ribbon microphone design
• Ruler-flat low-frequency response to 20Hz (-0.43dB)
• Extended high-frequency response beyond 25kHz
• Advanced short-path ribbon motor
• Precision ribbon fine-tuning mechanism
• Custom in-house toroidal transformer
• Low distortion and exceptionally low noise
• Vintage ribbon warmth with modern clarity
• Precision CNC-machined construction
• Stainless steel body
• Innovative stainless steel shock mount included
• Premium handcrafted curly maple storage box
• Piano-grade felt-lined interior
• Ideal for vocals, piano, brass, strings, acoustic and electric guitars, drum overheads, choirs and room microphones
• Handcrafted in the USA
• Lifetime parts warranty
• 2-year ribbon replacement warranty

TECHNICAL SPECS

General

Type: Passive ribbon microphone

Polar Pattern: Figure-8 (Bidirectional)

Manufacture: Handcrafted in the USA

Performance

Frequency Response: 20Hz–25kHz and beyond

• Ruler-flat response to 20Hz (-0.43dB)
• Extended beyond 25kHz

Sensitivity: 2mV/Pa

Output Impedance: 250 Ohms

Physical

Construction: Precision CNC-machined stainless steel

Shock Mount: Stainless steel anti-vibration mount included

Weight: 375g (13.23oz)

Included Accessories: US-made wooden storage box

Country of Origin: USA

Warranty

Parts Warranty: Lifetime

Ribbon Replacement: 2 Years