{"product_id":"manley-reference-gold-tube-condenser-microphones","title":"MANLEY Reference Gold","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#1A1A2A;max-width:900px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.6;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:4px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eProduct overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:16.5px;color:#0D1B3E;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMANLEY Reference Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e is MANLEY's zero-compromise tube microphone: a large-diaphragm, multi-pattern tube condenser with continuously variable polar pattern control and a 24-karat gold-plated solid brass body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe Reference Gold represents the pinnacle of large-diaphragm tube microphone design, combining a proprietary capsule with continuously variable polar pattern control. Hand-assembled in California with an all-tube triode signal path, it delivers exceptional transient response and tonal accuracy across all source material, engineered to capture acoustic reality with minimal colouration and the transparency demanded by world-class recording and mastering applications. Your vocals and acoustic instruments have never sounded this real.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;margin:6px 0 18px;width:100%;max-width:100%;table-layout:fixed;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;width:55%;color:#5a6170;font-size:13px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;\"\u003eContinuously variable pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;font-weight:bold;color:#006d77;font-size:17px;\"\u003eOmni‑8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;width:55%;color:#5a6170;font-size:13px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;\"\u003eMaximum SPL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;font-weight:bold;color:#006d77;font-size:17px;\"\u003e150 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;width:55%;color:#5a6170;font-size:13px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;\"\u003eEIN (typical)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;font-weight:bold;color:#006d77;font-size:17px;\"\u003e-120 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;width:55%;color:#5a6170;font-size:13px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.05em;\"\u003eMANLEY Power® universal supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:12px 8px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #DDE2E8;vertical-align:top;word-break:normal;overflow-wrap:break-word;font-weight:bold;color:#006d77;font-size:17px;\"\u003e90‑250 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContinuously variable polar pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e: omni through cardioid to figure-of-8 and every position between\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-inch capsule\u003c\/strong\u003e with a 24-karat gold-sputtered diaphragm, precision tensioned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-tube triode circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e at high voltage: 12AX7 or 7025EH tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e150 dB maximum SPL, noise typically -120 dB EIN, 17 mV\/Pa sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eSwitchable \u003cstrong\u003e-10 dB pad\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eBody machined from \u003cstrong\u003esolid brass with 24-karat gold plating\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eTube in a ceramic socket with pure silver pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMANLEY Power®\u003c\/strong\u003e switch-mode supply: regulated 300 V B+, 90-250 V AC, 8 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eContinuously variable pattern for total acoustic command\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe Reference Gold moves seamlessly from omnidirectional through cardioid to figure-of-8, with every intermediate position available on the continuous control. This lets engineers optimise off-axis rejection, proximity effect and room interaction for any source or acoustic environment, and fine-tune the polar response in real time for complete control over sonic character and spatial imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003ePrecision-tensioned gold capsule and brass body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eAt its core is a meticulously crafted one-inch capsule with a 24-karat gold-sputtered diaphragm, tensioned using proprietary techniques. The body is precision-machined from solid brass, which gives excellent shielding, and plated in 24-karat gold to a high lustre: a mark of the uncompromising build quality that ensures consistent performance and long-term stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eHigh-voltage tube sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe all-tube triode circuit operates at high voltage for a 150 dB maximum SPL with exceptionally low noise and wide dynamic range. The tube, selected for lowest noise, is easily obtainable and replaceable. Powered by the universal MANLEY Power® switch-mode supply, which gives the tube a highly regulated 300 V B+ and works anywhere from 90 V to 250 V AC without reconfiguration, the Reference Gold delivers pristine output with extended headroom and minimal distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 14px;padding-left:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eMANLEY Reference Gold microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 6px;\"\u003eMANLEY Power® outboard power supply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin:30px 0 12px;padding:0 0 7px;border-bottom:2px solid #006D77;\"\u003eMANLEY Reference Gold: frequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;margin:18px 0 6px;\"\u003eWhat is the Reference Gold mainly used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eTruly accurate and transparent musical recordings: intimate vocal performances, classical instruments, acoustic guitars and orchestral recordings, where uncompromised fidelity and detail matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;margin:18px 0 6px;\"\u003eWhat does the continuously variable pattern give me?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eYou can move smoothly between omni, cardioid and figure-of-8, and every position between, to tune the acoustic response and proximity effect to the source and the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;margin:18px 0 6px;\"\u003eWhich tube does it use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eA dual-triode 12AX7 (7025EH also specified); earlier versions used a 12AT7 or 6072. It sits in a ceramic socket with pure silver pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;margin:18px 0 6px;\"\u003eCan it handle loud sources?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eYes. With a 150 dB maximum SPL and the switchable -10 dB pad, drums, electric guitars and brass can be recorded without audible distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#0D1B3E;margin:18px 0 6px;\"\u003eWhere can I buy the MANLEY Reference Gold in India?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eThe MANLEY Reference Gold is available from \u003cstrong\u003eShivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India\u003c\/strong\u003e, with delivery across India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Shivansh Electronics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68002613592431,"sku":"MANLEY-REFERENCE-GOLD","price":862000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/4766\/0399\/files\/MANLEY-REFERENCE-GOLD-TUBE-CONDENSER-MICROPHONES-SHIVANSH-ELECTRONICS-1.webp?v=1793678489","url":"https:\/\/shivanshelectronics.in\/products\/manley-reference-gold-tube-condenser-microphones","provider":"Shivansh Electronics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}