Switchable Active and Passive Modes, Active Electronics For Extra Output Gain, Passive Mode for Higher Gain Preamps, N50 Neodymium Magnets For High Output, Extended Frequency Response, High Sensitivity and Low Self-Noise, Intended For Wide Range of Instruments, Active Mode Adds 25 ...Switchable Active and Passive Modes, Active Electronics For Extra Output Gain, Passive Mode for Higher Gain Preamps, N50 Neodymium Magnets For High Output, Extended Frequency Response, High Sensitivity and Low Self-Noise, Intended For Wide Range of Instruments, Active Mode Adds 25 dB of Gain, Ribbon Resistant to Phantom Power Damage. The FAT HEAD II Active/Passive Ribbon Microphone from Cascade Microphones is a switchable active/passive ribbon mic that is equipped with switchable active and passive modes. In active mode the mic utilizes phantom-powered active electronics to provide stable impedance and higher output for compatibility with a wider variety of microphone preamplifiers.
This mode employs a low noise differential amplifier circuit designed for high gain while keeping the noise level low. The circuit is optimized to preserve the tone of the active/passive ribbon mic by choosing operating conditions and electronic components that minimize tonal alterations. The passive mode in turn provides the option for use with higher-gain preamps where extra gain is not needed from the microphone.
For both studio and live-stage miking the FAT HEAD II is designed for use on a wide range of instruments such as guitar cabs vocals strings horns drum overheads orchestras and more.