DIY Microphone grill

[kip4]

I've just bought a corrogator and one day intend to make a diy Ribbon.
So my question is.
What would be a good choice of grill mesh?
So far from short research i'm liking the look of beekeepers stailess stell mesh grill.
What are your thoughts.
Where did you get yours?
Anything i shouldnt buy?

Thanks
Rich

 

[moresound]

KIP ribbon microphones ..... I like it!

 

[kip4]

I've just found this although I think i might need to double up with a copper mesh behind for RFI protection and maybe a silk layer too.


Aluminium Perforated Mesh 200 x 100 x 1mm Packs of 5 Blanks | eBay

 

[moresound]

Can't tell from the picture, Rich but those mesh look a little thick.

Take a look at Oktavamod.com and see what mr. Joly uses when he replaces the screen.

 

[Steenamaroo]

Probably not ideal but I used a seive to re-grill my 219s.

 

[moresound]

A fine yet sturdy diamond shaped mesh works good.
Something wide enough on the diamond some as not to close up when you mold it. That is when you get into trouble with sound within the capsule.

 

[kip4]

Thanks I didn't pay an awful lot of attention to the thickness to be honest.
I'll keep looking.
I'll see what mr joly uses too. Good tip Henry.
Thanks for the idea Paul. Got some pics there?
I might get the shell custom made by my bruv inlaw who's a fabricator with access to a laser cutter.

 

[xaudia]

Kip - you're in the UK so why not drop me an email!
Stewart…. Xaudia… ribbon mic bits….

 

[Steenamaroo]

It seems so simple, now.

Howdy Stewart.

 

[moresound]

Piece of pie, easy as cake.

 

[kip4]

Now why didnt I think of that? Thanks Stewart will do.