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The Avantone CV-12 Tube Mic is an excellent choice for vocals. Amazing warmth and an airy top end, with very good control of sibilance, are this mic's main features. it's a vintage sound for sure; however, detail in the top end is very clean, and the noise floor is audibly as low as contemporary FET condensers. Works well with acoustic instruments as well. The vintage-style shock mount is a bit clunky (thumb screws as opposed to spring clamps), but the CV-12 will fit nicely in most modern shock mounts. Did I mention it's a beautiful mic, the body painted a deep red? Fast becoming my go-to mic!

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I purchased one, a great deal at this price. These are solid mics, very useful on every session. Has a natural compression vibe. It will grab an ocassional "s", instead of compressing, just have vocalist move back just a bit. Sounds spectacular with any pro level preamp. It's fantastic on just a basic setting, but as you learn a thing or two about micing techniques you really understand how awesome your CV12 really is. Fig 8 a source, also Fig 8 with a good ribbon mic on same source, compare both. A very accurate mic, a solid addition to a professional studio mic locker. Best in price range if you need a tube w/multi-pattern pickup.

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I recently bought this microphone. I bought the blemished model for just about $100 off! I will tell you I have to look very closely to even see a blemish. It’s honestly brand new. What a deal!! I was slightly skeptical when buying because there are so many microphone choices out there. I had 5 or 6 that I was between. I finally made the jump and decided to try out this since it was a tube microphone and had heard great things about it. I must say just using it a few times, it has blown any other microphone I’ve used out of the water. The mics I’ve owned are the AT2035 and for live performances, Telefunken M80. Both are great mics but this Avantone is far and above for a studio mic. I have more of a rock style voice and even when I’m belting into this thing, it comes through smooth yet present. I glad I made the jump and am very happy with this purchase. Unfortunately you’ll just have to try it to really find out if you like it. But as far my taste goes, I’m a big fan of this microphone.

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This microphone has made a wonderful difference in my vocals. My vocals are thick and full and not so bright as other microphones. I have ahad a major DeEssing issue and this mic has made a significant difference.

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This mic sounds great!Really good investment I made comparison with Neumann TLM 193 and I’m impressed how I end upliking more the CV12 sound U can’t wrong with this mic

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Great sound, looks great. Only had it about a month, but it has become my favorite mic in my studio.

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I just received mine, I can't get it into the shockmount. My unboxing experience consisted of oogling the mic and power supply, reaching into the case, removing the shockmount, and having all the bungee cords dislodge themselves.Honestly very disappointed. Luckily it fits into my AKG-style shockmount but why spend the money developing a mount this worthless?

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I've only had it about one month, but I love it. Looks good, plays great, sounds great. I haven't had to use the support, so can't comment on that part. Overall very happy.

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