S3-47 Microphone Kit

The S3-47 is our flagship transformerless K47-style microphone. Key features include: Our best-selling RK-47 capsule Our finest transformerless circuit (based on Schoeps) 3-way pattern switch (Cardioid / Omni / Figure-8) -10dB pad switch The S3-47 is a 3-pattern version of our popular S-47 microphone kit. Applications The S3-47 excels at adding weight to thin or sibilant sources. Its forward mids and neutral top end provide a welcome sonic contrast to the hyped profile of most commercial mics under $1000. The S3-47 excels at: Vocals (male and female) Acoustic guitar Electric guitar cab Bass cabinet Strings See also the "S-47" column of the application guide. Circuit Description and Options The S3-47 uses the latest version of our premium transformerless circuit. It is made entirely with superior parts and practices. For example, every JFET is individually selected and manually biased in our shop to ensure maximum gain and minimal distortion. The primary signal caps are polypropylen