Mesanovic Microphones

Mesanovic are a manufacturer of hand built ribbon microphones. Their company is located just outside of Detroit, MI and was founded by Deni Mesanovic in 2013. Mesanovic prides themselves in building ribbon microphones of the highest quality, using the best materials available, and hand crafting every component in their facility.

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The Model 2

Ribbon microphone with extended frequency response

The Mesanovic Microphones Model 2 is a passive ribbon microphone that pushes modern design to its limits. The microphone is completely handcrafted in Detroit, Michigan and features a 1.8 micron thick, 2 inch long pure aluminum ribbon. The ribbon motor was designed to have a very short front to back path length as well as custom resonator plates. These features give the Model 2 an incredibly extended high frequency response, while retaining classic ribbon midrange and a rich, low end that reaches flat out to 20 Hz. You can hear the high frequency “air” in this microphone, something not common in ribbons.
The Mesanovic Microphones Model 2 features a custom U.S.A. made toroidal transformer. This transformer provides extremely low distortion, low noise, incredible high frequency detail, and a 3D like sound.

The microphone’s slim body (1.25 inches in diameter) allows it to be used with most third party shockmounts and allows for quick and easy set up. The Mesanovic Microphones Model 2 sounds great on all sources. Its smooth, flat, and extended high end response makes it much more versatile than your classic ribbon mic and will change the way you record. It is an excellent choice on vocals, guitar amps, drums, strings, brass, piano, and much more. The Mesanovic Microphones Model 2 also features an amazingly quick transient response.
The Mesanovic Microphones Model 2 comes with a lifetime warranty on parts and a free re-ribboning within two years of purchase for the original owner. The microphone ships with a plastic molded case, shockmount, and protective pouch.

  • Directional Pattern: Bidirectional
  • Frequency Range: 20-20 kHz and beyond
  • Ribbon Element:
    Material: Pure Aluminum
    Thickness: 1.8 microns
    Length: 2 in
    Width: 0.23 in
  • Noise Floor: <17 dBA
  • Max SPL: 140dB SPL
  • Sensitivity: -53.2 dB (2.2 mV/Pa)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.4 in
    Diameter: 1.25 in
    Weight: 215 g

Model 2A

Active Ribbon microphone with extended frequency response

The Model 2A is an active version of the Model 2 ribbon microphone. The Model 2A utilizes the same design features found in the Model 2 and offers the same unique sonic character. The microphone contains our signature motor structure and custom designed resonator plates to provide the incredibly extended, detailed, and 3D like response found in our Model 2.

The Model 2A’s high output is provided by a custom, in house wound, toroidal transformer. This high turn ratio transformer is perfectly matched to the Model 2A’s ribbon to provide optimal performance. The phantom powered electronics work as an impedance buffer and provide no additional gain or coloration to the sound. The result of this ideal impedance matching is 13 dB more output than the Model 2 and extremely low self-noise.

With its high output level, the Model 2A will work perfectly with any preamplifier. Whether you are using an entry-level interface or a high end dedicated preamp, the Model 2A will deliver stunning results. The Model 2A excels on quieter sources such as acoustic guitar, vocals, strings, and piano – yet still delivers beautifully on louder sources like guitar amps and drum overheads. The Model 2A also shines on location recordings of choirs and orchestras where low noise and high output is needed.
The Model 2A is covered by a lifetime parts warranty and a free re-ribboning for the original owner within two years of purchase. The microphone ships with a plastic molded case, isolation mount, and protective pouch.

  • Directional Pattern: Bidirectional
  • Frequency Range: 20-20kHz and beyond
  • Sensitivity: -40.2 dB (9.8 mV/Pa)
  • Ribbon Element:
    Material: Pure Aluminum
    Thickness: 1.8 microns
    Length: 2 in
    Width: 0.23 in
  • Noise Floor: 11 dB(A)
  • Max SPL: 140dB SPL
  • Output Impedance: 170 Ohms
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.4 in
    Diameter: 1.25 in
    Weight: 230g

Model 2S

Stereo Ribbon microphone with extended frequency response

The Mesanovic Microphones Model 2S is a passive stereo ribbon microphone utilizing the same design features found in the Model 2. The Mesanovic Microphones Model 2S uses two matched ribbon motors angled at 90 degrees to each other to create a Blumlein configuration. It uses the same motors and transformers found in our Mesanovic Microphones Model 2S. The motors feature a very short front to back path length along with our custom designed resonator plates. These features give the Mesanovic Microphones Model 2S the same unique sonic character found in our Model 2S: an incredibly extended and detailed high end, classic smooth ribbon midrange, an open and transparent low end, and an amazingly quick transient response. A custom designed toroidal transformer provides extremely low distortion, low noise, and 3D like sound.

The Mesanovic Microphones Model 2S captures stunning stereo recordings with ease. Whether you are using the Model 2S in a Blumlein or M-S stereo configuration, the microphone’s uniform polar frequency response and excellent off-axis frequency response will provide you with outstanding phase coherent stereo recordings. Solid phase compatibility between the two channels of the Model 2S also allows the user to combine the two channels into a mono recording without any phase artifacts. The microphones slim body and simple isolation mount make it easier than ever to position. Its matte black anodized finish also helps to reduce visibility in live recording situations.
The beauty of the Mesanovic Microphones Model 2S is its ability to capture incredible 3D like recordings that will make you feel like you are in the room with the performers. Its beautifully balanced and extended frequency response greatly reduces the need for post equalization. The Mesanovic Microphones Model 2S shines on orchestral and choral recordings. It will have you hearing drum overheads and room recordings like never before. The Mesanovic Microphones Model 2S will easily become your favorite on string sections, horn sections, piano, acoustic guitar, and so much more.
The Mesanovic Microphones Model 2S is covered by a lifetime warranty on parts and a free re-ribboning for the original owner within two years of purchase. The microphone ships with a plastic molded case, isolation mount, protective pouch, and a 5-pin XLR female to dual 3-pin XLR male breakout cable.

  • Directional Pattern: Dual Figure 8
  • Frequency Range: 20-20 kHz and beyond
  • Sensitivity: -53.2 dB (2.2 mV/Pa)
  • Noise Floor: <17 dBA
  • Max SPL: 140dB SPL
  • Ribbon Element: Dual ribbons orientated at 90 degrees
  • Material: Pure Aluminum
  •  Thickness: 1.8 microns
  • Length: 2 in
  • Width: 0.23 in
  • Dimensions:
    Height
    : 11.6 in
    Diameter: 1.25 in
    Weight: 340g

Model 2AS

Active Stereo Ribbon microphone with extended frequency response

The Model 2AS is an active version of the Model 2S stereo ribbon microphone. The Model 2AS utilizes the same design features found in the Model 2S and offers the same unique sonic character. The microphone contains our signature motor structure and custom designed resonator plates to provide the incredibly extended, detailed, and 3D like response found in our Model 2, 2S, and 2A.
The Model 2AS’s high output is provided by custom, in house wound, toroidal transformers. These high turn ratio transformers are perfectly matched to the Model 2AS’s ribbon elements to provide optimal performance. The phantom powered electronics work as an impedance buffer and provide no additional gain or coloration to the sound. The result of this ideal impedance matching is 13 dB more output than the Model 2S and extremely low self-noise.

With its high output level, the Model 2AS will work perfectly with any preamplifier. Whether you are using an entry-level interface or a high end dedicated preamp, the Model 2AS will deliver stunning results. The Model 2AS shines on orchestral and choral recordings where low noise and high output is needed and is ideal for string sections, horn sections, piano, acoustic guitar, and so much more.
Whether you are using the Model 2AS in a Blumlein or M-S stereo configuration, the microphone’s uniform polar frequency response and excellent off-axis frequency response will provide you with outstanding phase coherent stereo recordings. Solid phase compatibility between the two channels of the Model 2AS also allows the user to combine the two channels into a mono recording without any phase artifacts.

Features:

– An all-original one of a kind ribbon motor construction providing an extremely wide and balanced frequency response (20-20kHz and beyond)
– Custom, in house wound, toroidal transformer and active electronics
– Provides outstanding phase coherent stereo recordings every time
– Ideal for orchestral and choral recordings, overheads, room, string sections, horn sections, piano, acoustic guitar, and more
– High output level with optimal impedance matching and extremely low self-noise
– Open, transparent, natural sound with incredible depth and detail

  • Directional Pattern: Bidirectional
  • Frequency Range: 20-20kHz and beyond
  • Sensitivity: -40.2 dB (9.8 mV/Pa)
  • Self Noise: 11 dB(A)
  • Max SPL: 140 dB SPL
  • Output Impedance: 170 Ohms
  • Height: 12.8 inches
  • Diameter: 1.25 in (top), 1.73 in (base)
  • Weight: 425 g
  • Ribbon Element: Dual ribbons orientated at 90 degrees
    -Material: Pure Aluminum
    -Thickness: 1.8 microns
    -Length: 2 in
    -Width: 0.23 in