Here’s an RCA 44-BX Ribbon Microphone from the 1950’s! The RCA 44-BX is considered to be one of the best and most natural sounding ribbon microphones ever made. 44-BX’s have a large proximity effect when set for their M (music) setting, which can be made more flat by putting them on their V (voice) setting (this microphone will arrive set to M). Whether it’s drums, vocals, guitars, horns or strings, the RCA 44-BX is a versatile ribbon with great output. This 44 is sounding great with a new ribbon, new grill cloth, and a new XLR cable. While I don't know the original story, someone chromed the original bottom cup of this microphone. Aside from the paint, this microphone is all original internally. If you’ve been looking for a 44-BX that has been serviced and is ready for years of studio use, this is the microphone for you. Grab an iconic microphone in this 44-BX from RCA!