Stephen Paul Audio Mic

[Gidge]

I guess spam is in the eye of the beholder. I found nothing in Alan's post that smelled "spammy". It's a thread about a product he's offering. He kindly came here to answer what questions he could about a new product his company is offering. Quit reading so much into what people write. We have an actual moderator for this forum now, and it isn't you.

if you just ignore DJL, he may go away......

 

[alanhyatt]

The how and why is secret, but I will say this. Mic companies use capacitors to pad the mic which reduces the frequency response when the mic is padded. We do not use capacitors for any padding. It is a new technology which means there is no difference in the sound between the padded and non padded sound, and no frequency loss to the capsule at all when our pad is used.

As for the patterns, what we do in the high impedance section of the mic results in no phase instability...It is a direct coupled device. How we do it again is a trade secret, but our competitors have all kinds of voltage issues when switching patterns. We do not, so in the end our patterns are absolutely correct and suffer no voltage loss when employing DC conversion

Sorry we can't say more, and I understand that there are those who want to know now, but I will try to tell you what I can without revealing what I can't.

 

[Flatpicker]

The how and why is secret, but I will say this. Mic companies use capacitors to pad the mic which reduces the frequency response when the mic is padded...

Funny you mentioned this as I was just wondering why mic designers didn’t put a switchable “H” pad on the output instead of just sticking the cap in there. Not that the SP mic is done that way - that’s just the first thing that comes to mind.

 

[alanhyatt]

Funny you mentioned this as I was just wondering why mic designers didn’t put a switchable “H” pad on the output instead of just sticking the cap in there. Not that the SP mic is done that way - that’s just the first thing that comes to mind.

The more I learn, the more I am amazed at how Stephen's mind worked.... You find out just how little you know when you compare to him. It really is a shame he is gone, but Tony and I spent a good deal of time together and he is one knowledgable guy as well.

I miss Stephen, and I wish he was there to see his mic on the stand. He would be damn proud of us for getting it done...His Way!

 

[OneArmedScissor]

Hmm, ok thanks... I guess if you're not willing to discuss the new technology and how it works and etc there really isn't anything more to say about a mic that isn't even on the market yet... and if you post the “more will come” on the PMI Audio Group website instead of HomeRecording.com it won't appear as pre-sale Spam either. Thanks

DJL, I don't think anyone is going to die if people ask questions that only Alan can really give any type of answer to, and he comes and answers them as best as he can. You need to chill out with the spam stuff. It is obviously bothering you, and really, I don't think it should even occur to you in that way.

 

[Gidge]

OneArm, like i said, ignore him and he'll go away....

this thread is about the SP mic......keep it there.........

ty

 

[Giganova]

ok, lets recap:

there's a new mic coming out which nobody can buy within the next half year or so, nobody knows how much its gonna cost, we don't know what's different about this mic, and most off: nobody has ever heard it. All we have is a picture of a microphone.

Aha. This is really getting ridiculous.







P.S.: is there also a "negative reputation button" on this board??

 

[alanhyatt]

ok, lets recap:

there's a new mic coming out which nobody can buy within the next half year or so, nobody knows how much its gonna cost, we don't know what's different about this mic, and most off: nobody has ever heard it. All we have is a picture of a microphone.

Aha. This is really getting ridiculous.

P.S.: is there also a "negative reputation button" on this board??

Well, it is shipping in a few months, not 6 months. The cost is probably what had been said on these threads, but we want to be sure that in the end we don't burn ourselves, or the customers. PMI Audio will always bring its products in for a fair price. What is different about this mic is that it is a Stephen Paul Mic. Considering you would pay $3K to have a U87 modified by the Stephen Paul Audio Lab, this mic should be given serious consideration..This ain't no Spam..

 

[Giganova]

No, this is no spam, I know (you didn't start the thread anyway). Thanks for the info, Alan, which I find interesting and helpful. If the mic is as good as many project here, I might be in for one later.

 

[Flatpicker]

No, this is no spam, I know (you didn't start the thread anyway). Thanks for the info, Alan, which I find interesting and helpful...

I agree – the new SP mic is major news and needs to be in this forum. Please post any and all info that you can!

 

[cavedog101]

I've been drool'n over rebuilt U47's and the like lately and a U99 Soundelux just slipped through my fingers recently...NOW, Alan, you go and let it 'kinda out' and someone has a pic....I had my spies at the conference and now I'm gonna have to stand in line....crap.oh yeah...BTW, will there be matched pairs?

 

[Mark H.]

I'm glad to have Studio Projects represented here.

I welcome information from manufacturers and distributors, and especially any and all input from PMI Audio regarding their products and experience.

Many thanks to Alan and Justin for participating in this forum.

Sincerely,

Mark H.

 

[Big Kenny]

I think, from getting advice from everyone on this board at one time or another, that we are all capable of weighing the possibilties that someone may be trying to sell something to us; or that they are giving us "sound" advise. Maybe PMI is selling this stuff because they know it is a good product. I have never seen Justin or Alan start any thread saying "Hey guys, try one of these". My name is Big Kenny and I endorse this message

 

[Criper2000]

please stay on topic this time, thanks!

 

[DrFrankencopter]

Definitely keep posting more info in this thread. I've been on the waiting list for this mic for over a year now. I'm hungry for any information about this thing!

Cheers,

Kris

 

[Brent Casey]

Definitely keep posting more info in this thread. I've been on the waiting list for this mic for over a year now. I'm hungry for any information about this thing!

Cheers,

Kris

Dr.,

We'll keep you updated.
BTW, Stephen always spoke very highly of you.

Brent Casey

 

[Tekker]

I haven't been here for a while, but I was just checking in wondering if any new info has come out on the SP mic and sure enough... HERE IT IS!!

I probably won't be able to afford it for a long time, but I'm still very curious as to how this mic turns out... and I'm very interseted in hearing some sound clips as people start getting a hold of it.

-tkr

 

[crazydoc]

From today's "Post Fader", the PMI Audio Newsletter:

Stephen Paul Microphone Debuts at AES and Wins Award

Last week at the AES convention, Stephen Paul Microphones unveiled a prototype of their long awaited large diaphragm condenser microphone and received a PAR (Pro Audio Review) Excellence 2005 Award.

Designed by Stephen Paul prior to his untimely passing in December 2003, the microphone contains a number of innovations, the sum total of which are a product he was proud to hang his name on.

Contained in a sleek body machined from brass and finished in matte-black, the microphone is an expression of understated beauty.

Behind the stainless steel grill, the heart of the microphone is a 34mm diameter, 3 micron custom built capsule, manufactured by Stephen Paul Labs to Stephen's exacting specifications. The capsule is suspended in an internal shock mount to further isolate it from handling noise. Stephen was the first to manufacture a 3 micron capsule and to this day his modification is highly sought after by many engineers and producers.

A rotary switch for pattern selection allows for Cardioid or Omni operation, either also available with a –10dB pad. Pattern switching is totally silent, yet another of Stephen's innovations.

Following the AES show, the microphone will go through a series of listening tests by several “Golden Ears” engineers and producers. Production is slated to begin sometime in the first half of 2005. The microphone will be built entirely in the United States.

 

[DJL]

I thought I read the SPA mic wasn't even hooked up at the show anyway, kool... what award did it win?

Quote ---> "The microphone will be built entirely in the United States." Question ---> Entirely?

 

[freshmattyp]

Last week at the AES convention, Stephen Paul Microphones unveiled a prototype of their long awaited large diaphragm condenser microphone and received a PAR (Pro Audio Review) Excellence 2005 Award.

Maybe you should read more carefully before you post...

The microphone will be built entirely in the United States.

What part of this is ambiguous?

I see you learned nothing in your time away from the board.