The Coles 4038 Studio Ribbon Microphone was designed by the BBC as a broadcast recording microphone with exceptionally flat frequency response from 30 Hz to 15,000 Hz. The Coles 4038 provides a natural, smooth sonic quality and textured response to the sound signal. A 4069 XLR Connector and Rigid Mic-mount are supplied with the microphone. From distorted guitar to classic grand piano describes the widely diverse applications in which this microphone is used. Many of the leading record producers use this classic mic in any number of applications. The 4038 has become one of the primary tools of choice throughout the recording industry.

Specification
Ribbon: Low mass damped ribbon to control transient response
Polar response: Bi directional
Magnetic fields: By use of hum neutralising wiring and magnetic shielding of the toroidal ribbon to line transformer 30 to 40 dB reduction is achieved in response to stray disturbing magnetic fields
Frequency response: 30 Hz to 8,000 Hz
Impedance: 300 ohm
Sensitivity: -65dB W.R.T. IV/Pa.
Distortion: Less than 1% at 125 dB SPL
Body Housing: Made of heavy gauge perforated brass backed by finely woven monel mesh. Rotating hinge connection allows microphone to tilt through 90 degrees and turned in any direction when either suspended or free standing
Connection: By means of 4069 3 pin jack plug. Pin 1 positive - Pin 2 negative - Pin 3 screen
Dimensions: 7" (197 mm) x 3 1/4" (83 mm) x 2 1/2" (60 mm)
Weight: 2 Ib. 6 oz. (1.08 kg)
Finish: Body stove enamel textured paint
Packaging: Microphones comes in a foam lined rigid plastic carrying case with 4069 jack plug and soft cloth protective bag for safe keeping