Nathan Sheehy's Favourite Mics of All Time

2/5 Coles 4038

Nathan: The best drum overheads I have ever come across. Captures transients beautifully, rounds off all the harsh edges and retains depth and clarity. Although to begin the 4038 may sound a little dark, a small shelf boost in the tops and all that shiny stuff comes alive!

Name: Coles 4038 | Year Introduced: 1953 | Type: Ribbon | Pattern: Bi-directional

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