Stager Microphones SR 3 High Output Ribbon Microphone

The Stager SR-3 unites the most celebrated qualities of the SR-2N and SR-1A into a single, powerful design. The result is greater output, a flatter and more balanced frequency response, a tighter, more controlled low end, and an extended, open top that captures nuance without ever becoming brittle. The SR-3 delivers clarity and dimension in equal measure. On vocals, it offers intimacy and depth — preserving detail while smoothing harsh edges. On acoustic instruments, it translates wood, air, and articulation with remarkable realism, presenting the source exactly as it feels in the room. But don’t mistake refinement for restraint. The SR-3 is equally at home in front of guitar and bass amplifiers, where it captures punch, body, and harmonic complexity with authority. It retains the weight of the cabinet while maintaining focus and definition — even at high SPL.
Employing the longest ribbon Stager Microphones has to offer, the SR-3 creates an expansive, immersive soundstage that feels larger than life. Sources don’t just sit in a mix — they occupy space. The sense of width, depth, and dimensionality is immediate and unmistakable. From delicate acoustic passages to driving amplified performances, the SR-3 responds with scale, balance, and musicality — making it one of the most versatile and commanding ribbons in the Stager lineup.

• Figure 8 polar pattern
• Modern sound stage
• Minimal proximity

• Figure 8 Polar Pattern
• Neodymium Magnets
• Passive, High Output Design
• Toroidal Transformer (designed and made by Stager Microphones)
• 3” X 0.25" Long Ribbon Design
• Internal Shock Mount System
• Weight 30 oz
• Hand made in Music City, USA - Nashville, TN