What kind of microphone is this?

[Paynk]

http://blogs.indiewire.com/mattdentler/archives/ACLvincent.jpg


The big, round microphone that she uses, which produces a sound like an old radio.
Does anyone know what is that kind of microphone called and where can it be found in Singapore?

 

[sage]

Mmz, no idea.. you might want to try asking the peeps over at "Sound Engineering - Gear" subforum? I know my vocalist haunts there and he might know

 

[blueprintstudios]

it is the first time I've seen this kind of mic. but if like you said it produces a sound like a hamradio. and it does resemble those old-school elvis presley mics / the kind you see in those old school bar lounge. so do post this thread (or request move) to sound/engineering side. looks vintage. sorry i'm not of much help.

 

[sage]

Us postees here apparently know little about mics as well we just know how to voice out the sounds naturally.. lol

 

[fgl]

Interesting, I'd love to test out it's tonal quality in the studio my own "special way" if I could get my hands on one...

 

[Tetragrammaton]

There are few types of microphones irregardless of shape and size.

Dynamic Microphones from a technical aspect operate on the electromagnetic principle, just like the electromechanical loudspeaker. Dynamic microphones are mainly used when working with a loud sound source that doesn't contain a lot of high frequency detail, because typically, Dynamic microphones tend to accent the middle of the frequency spectrum. Dynamic microphones are seen primarily in live situations where moisture and other factors come into place. No pre-amplifier is needed for this type of microphones

The condenser microphone, technically, is an electrical system that depends upon variations in the internal capacitance. Condenser microphones require power supply, typically phantom power or a small battery. They are used primarily in studio recording because they are known for their all around frequency response.

The electret condenser microphone is a relatively new microphone (circa 1962). It works similar to the condenser microphone, but the condenser plate is made from an electret material to provide the polarizing voltage. They don't require phantom power to charge the diaphragm (like the condenser), however they do require a power supply for their in-microphone preamplifier.

The Ribbon Microphone (also referred to as a "velocity" microphone) is a type of dynamic microphone that uses a thin metal ribbon placed between the poles of a magnet and generate voltages by electromagnetic induction. Ribbon mics do not require phantom power, which if enabled, actually can destroy this type of microphone. Ribbon microphones are generally the most delicate and expensive microphone because they are known for their ability to capture fine high-frequency detail.

From the picture I think it is a Ribbbon Microphone. But not too sure about the made and brand. Anyway, the information is extracted from the net.

About having the effect of 'radio thingy', normally it all depend on your system. If you have a vocoder, that can be done on a normal mic too.

 

[dir]

I love St Vincent, so it's nice to stumble upon her so randomly and on here, of all places. She's one of the most creative female guitarist and songwriter.

The mic looks like an old-time condenser, circa 1930s. it could also be some kind of homebrewed tin-can mic.
Also the mic reminds me of the d-104, a common mic in ham radio usage, if i'm not wrong.