The Mics of ’42

Download a four-page catalog scan of the microphones of offer from Allied Radio in 1942:

DOWNLOAD: Mics_Of_1942

Models covered, with photos, text, and some specs, include: Astatic T-3, JT-30TT, GT-3, N-30, and DN mics; Shure 708-A, 750-B, 730A Uniplex, 55c, 55a, and 555 Unidyne, Shure 7A, 705A, and 70H Crystal microphones; Electrovoice 630, 640, and Cardax dynamics, and V-2, V-1 ribbon mics; Amperite PGL Dynamic and RBHK and RBMK ribbon mics; RCA MI-6205 Aerocrystal Microphone; Bruno WS, SS, and HS high-impedance ribbon mics; plus more.

Bruno Microphones Circa 1942

Astatic Crystal Microphones Circa 1942

Electrovoice and Universal Crystal Microphones of 1942. The most primitive of microphones. I recently got the chance to use my ancient Lifetime Model Six Carbon mic on a contemporary vocal session. It actually worked out great. This is ATLANTIC CITY, my studio project with T.W. LISTEN: Ten Past Midnight

Electrovoice and Amperite Ribbon Mics c. 1942

Shure Cardiod Mics c. 1942

chris

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Larry Ward says:

02/20/2013 at 3:11 pm

It just so happens that I have one (1) Astatic Crystal Microphone Circa 1942 and was wondering if you know how much they are worth today? In perfect working order of course. The label says " The AstAtic Corp ", CONNEAUT, OHIO MADE IN USA, T-3, PATENT NOTICE INSIDE.
These are the only markings on it, haven't opened it. Any info you can give me about this one would be very appreciated.
Thank you, Larry
W7GST