Award-winning microphone engineering from Michael Joly

K47H "Stereo Bundle" LDC, SDC and bodies

~~$2,099.00~~ $1,649.00

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"The 47H is a huge, HUGE sounding FET mic. Generally larger sounding than almost any other FET I put up against it." Bill Pearson, Grammy Winner MINDSEYE Productions

MJE-K47H "Stereo Bundle" (Aluminum case, (2) K47H large diaphragm capsule heads, (2) cardioid SDC capsules
(2) bodies and (2) shockmounts) PLEASE NOTE: Due to outside vendor Omni capsule problems, the Stereo Bundle will not contain omni capsules at this time
The MJE-K47H "Stereo Bundle" brings it all together. Here's a great way to grow your mic locker exponentially with both large diaphragm and small diaphragm capsules. Contained in the aluminum flight case is a matched pair of MJE-K47H large diaphragm capsule heads, two shock mounts, and a pair of "Ultimate SDC Mod" small diaphragm mics with Premium Electronics bodies and cardioid and capsules.

You'll be able to do LDC stereo recording, SDC stereo recording or mixed LDC / SDC stereo recording. Take a listen to the sound files to hear the classic quality the "Stereo Bundle" will bring to your studio.

Sound Samples

Experience five minute "tours" of the MJE-K47H hosted by LA based, Grammy-winning engineer Bill Pearson. These are high sample rate MP3s. You can download .WAV files for your DAW from this folder.

LA Session Great Oren Waters (male vocal) - MJE-K47H vs. U87

Male & Female Vocals - MJE-K47H vs. U67 & WagnerU47

Acoustic Guitars - MJE-K47H vs. U87

Drum Overheads and Electric Guitar - MJE-K47H vs. U87

And here are drum overhead recordings using the "Ultimate SDC Mod" small diaphragm capsules and bodies contained in the "Stereo Bundle".

SOUND FILE: Neumann KM 184 Drum OH
SOUND FILE: OktavaMod "Ultimate SDC Mod" Drum OH

Large Diaphragm Details -

The MJE-K47H is a cardioid, large diaphragm capsule head that attaches to the included SDC bodies to create a large diaphragm mic with robust, midrange-rich timbre. Record sibilance-free vocals, punchy acoustic guitar tracks and big-sounding drum overheads.

The K47 capsule used in the U 47 and other classic Neumann mics is one of the most revered large diaphragm capsules ever made - its spectral response provides rich upper bass, very low phase shift mids and a gentle presence "mound" followed by a natural, sibilance-free top end. Some of the greatest vocal tracks of all time were cut with talent singing into a K47 capsule. You can get that magic today with my version - the MJE-K47H capsule head.

"The MJE-K47H is my new favorite amongst some very tough competition...extraordinarily clear, balanced signal... notably true-to-life." Michael Vecchio, The Deli (review) , 11/09

NEW - Watch Michael Vecchio's review of the MJE-K47H taped at Clinton Recording Studios in NYC (above)
This is Michael Joly writing, founder of OktavaMod and Michael Joly Editions. Please read on to learn more or order your own MJE-K47H "Stereo Bundle".

The new MJE-K47 capsule is the result of my painstaking search to find a specialized capsule manufacturer that could produce a K47-type capsule to my exacting specifications for timbre voicing, electro-acoustical performance, quality control and price. The MJE-K47 capsule tracks an actual K47 capsule response within +/- 1.5 dB across its operating range for true-to-original fidelity. Every MJE-K47 capsule is individually tested in a large anechoic chamber and its frequency response plotted. Every MJE-K47H capsule head is supplied with the individual capsule's response plot.

The MJE-K47H headbasket design is the result of my long term research into headbasket acoustics. The headbasket uses a classic, non-parallel shape to avoid standing wave coloration and features my signature single-layer grille design for maximum acoustic transparency - you'll hear detailed resolution along with fast and accurate transient response. The dimensions of the headbasket were chosen to provide an extra touch of the lower-midrange presence you look for in a K47-type mic.

Capsule Head Innovation

The MJE-K47H capsule head employs a unique “body cone” that creates a secure fit between capsule head and pencil mic body – the mic body is recessed well up into the capsule head and is held securely by both the capsule head threads and the body cone’s friction fit. The body cone has an internal rubber fitting that prevents marring the surface of the pencil mic when it is screwed into the capsule head.

The body cone also acts as a shock isolation barrier to reduce transmission of mechanical noise to the capsule. These innovative and unique features make the MJE-K47H the most advanced capsule head design available today.

Every MJE-K47H capsule head is individually assembled by hand and personally tested by me in my studio and lab on Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Each capsule head comes with a signed and dated Certificate of Performance that includes the capsule’s individual anechoic chamber frequency response curve.

Small Diaphragm details -

All SDC capsules used in the "Bundle" feature shallow diaphragm setback - this innovation reduces front-of-diaphragm resonance and diffraction coloration.
The bodies feature my "Large Vent" design which provides a smooth spectral balance free from HF edginess but with just a touch of 16kHz air for shimmer. The bodies contain my field-proven Premium Electronics for fast transient response, finely etched detail and crystalline clarity.

Consistent with my strategy of providing cost-effect upgrade paths for recordists, the MJE-K47H "Stereo Bundle" allows you to grow your microphone locker sensibly and economically.

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Award-winning Microphone Design by
Michael Joly