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Marik offers repair and modification services for all types of ribbon mics, vintage and modern. Ribbons can be retensioned or replaced. Magnets can be upgraded. Transformers can be replaced with Marik's custom low-noise toriodal design.
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Shinybox 46
MSRP: $250 Bidirectional Ribbon Microphone
Description
The ShinyBox 46 is a handbuilt and hand-tuned version of a ribbon microphone manufactured in China by Alctron.
It has a 2-inch long, 2 micron aluminum ribbon. It is capable of handling extremely high SPL (165 dB).
It is available in three configurations:
- 46MX - the standard model has a hand-tuned ribbon motor. Cost: $250.
- MXC - the standard output transformer is upgraded to a Cinemag unit, which provides extended frequency response. Cost: $400.
- 46MXL - the standard output transformer is upgraded to a Lundahl unit, which provides extended frequency response (moreso than the Cinemag). Cost: $400.
All models include a canvas bad, a shockmount, and a flight case that holds the mic vertically to help prevent ribbon damage.
ShinyBox offers a hand-matching service for customers wishing to purchase a matched pair.
The Shinybox 46 is also known as: 46MX, 46MXC, 46MXL.
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| Ribbon Construction | Impedance | Max SPL |
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| Low tension, 2 inch, 2 micron aluminum ribbon | 200 Ohms (Low (50-1000 Ohms)) | 165 dB |
| Weight | Length | Max Diameter | Interface(s) |
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| 1230g (43.39oz) | 185mm (7.28'') | 69mm (2.72'') |
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