Recent content by leddy

I can’t tell from the website if it’s dynamic or condenser. For 200 bucks I’d definitely grab one and check it out.

The l20 is buggy as hell. Always has quirks. Otherwise solid.

A cassette deck that is fully up to spec running at 3.75 ips and noise reduction *can sound really good - good enough to make something you’d release if you did everything else right. I’ve also never come across a tape deck in recent years that was anywhere near spec unless I sent it to an...

I’ve always thought the rear lobes were also reversed in MS Blumlein. I’m going to have to look at that again, maybe experiment and see for myself. I appreciate the discussion. Always trying to learn.

The resultant directions are all derived from sum and difference same as any other mid pattern. If these problems exist with a fig 8 mid, why don’t they exist with a cardioid?

I’m genuinely curious here. When you’re talking about pattern change with ratio of mid side which changes with frequency, I need some more detail.

At equal m/s gain, a cardioid mid still has a rear lobe. You’re right though that they become cardioid depending on gain. Re Blumlein MS, it’s definitely not rotated. Traditional MS your capsules are 45° relative to the source. In Blumlein MS, you have the mid directly on axis just like any...

Also, you don’t have to use a cardioid for the mid mic. You can use omni or another figure 8. A cardioid mid decodes to a stereo pair of hyper cardioids. Omni decodes to two cardioids at 180° from each other (but the directionality can change with the amount of side mic used), and a fig 8 mid...

Channel 1 suddenly won't print. Plays back fine. Any likely culprits?

Been on the hunt for a good cassette deck for some transfers. Maybe a good portable for some field recording fun too. I have a broken Sony WMD-6C waiting for attention, but I came across a PMD430 cheap. Sounded bad when I got it home, but a quick azimuth adjustment fixed that. Wow/flutter is...

I'm currently using a Pioneer RT707 for store-bought (4-track 7.5 ips / 3.75 ips) recordings. I have a Teac X1000R and 4010SL that need work on deck for similar duty. I use a Tascam 22 to play back any 2-track stuff. Anyone use open reel for casual listening, not just recording? What do...

Hey folks. I purchased a Sony WM-D6C just for fun. I have a Nagra IV-S and I don't expect the Sony will compete, but there are times when I'd rather keep the good gear safe at home. I'm not experienced with plug-in power on the Sony. I do have a pair of stealth-type head-worn mics. They...

Finally achieved the first of some listening test I hope to continue with. I located well-kept copies of the same recording, released on both vinyl and open reel (7.5 ips 4-trk). It's called "Persuasive Percussion", and it was intended to be an audiophile recording in its day. It was recorded...

Hey folks. I've got a couple of Tascam 22's, and I don't think the factory calibration has ever been messed with. Works perfectly with Maxell UD35. I decided to set one up for LPR35, since it's been getting harder to come by the Maxell. When I began the process, I noticed I was getting the...

Found one locally. Tape transport is rough. Pinch roller shot, missing most knobs, lots of rust, etc. It appears to be the most recent version. Inside, the elelctronics look great. The tube pres that seem sought-after look really good. Damn thing is full of bugs though. Some kind of...