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From: Mike Curtis
Date: Mon, 26 Aug 1996 12:34:48 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: Re: Astatic D 104

On Mon, 26 Aug 1996, James Rossen wrote:

> Is an Astatic D104 any good for amplifed harp?

The D-104 "lollipop" is either crystal or ceramic. Unless it's the
preamp'd model (tu-g), it will sound thin unless running into at least a
megohm input impedance.

But physically, it's not well suited for harp. The mic element is quite
round, and likely will be difficult to cup. Also, the stand will likely
be bulky and cumbersome. You could detach the head, but then you'd lose
the preamp, which is mounted in the base.

Having said all that, I recommend you try it out (assuming you already own
it of course) and see what YOU think of the sound. It's a great looking
mic (looks like a very large chrome lollipop).


-- IronMan Mike Curtis
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