While the 664 does not have the exaggerated lowend boost of proximity effect, it has a recognizable peak in lowmids. I just bought an old ev 664 microphone on ebay, and though i have not yet gotten to test it with the new loz cable i ordered for it hasnt arrived yet, i tried it with my functional amphenol to 14 hiz cable, and found that if i dont hold the mic and the shell of the 14 connector, i get a loud buzz, which indicated something was amiss in the grounding. Hi there i have just bought an electro voice 664 and i am using it straight into my daw onto pro tools through an mbox 2, the mic seems to work ok and the switch on the mic seems to be for onoff the only problem is in order to get a decent signal into protools i need to turn the input level up almost full on the mbox, and for vocals i have to. Incorporated on july 1, 1930, electrovoice was involved heavily in installation and rental of public address systems for churches and other public buildings. The whack attack tour was a concert tour by rock band zz top. Electro voice history, sound systems for the discerning. When the talk got around to the matter of durability, hed unplug the 664, use it to pound the nail home.
He also has mostly been playing a pedal steel through a couple of peavey solid states i guess he lost part of a finger years and years ago in a machine shop mishap. Shop for electro voice electro voice collection at. Electrovoice 664 cardioid dynamic microphone reverb. But my favorite electro voice mic from that era is the 676. Electrovoice commonly referred to as ev is a manufacturer of audio equipment, including microphones, amplifiers, and loudspeakers. The electrovoice ev model 664 microphone, introduced in the mid1950s, was. Electro voice commonly referred to as ev is a manufacturer of audio equipment, including microphones, amplifiers, and loudspeakers.
A historical look at electrovoice pro audio encyclopedia. Whack attack was a 24weeklong tour in the united states and canada, which was a longer outing than the previous summer north american tour. In the early 60s ev came out with new models using this same variabled principle but in much smaller size bodies. Electrovoice re11 specification sheet pdf download. Electrovoice is part of the bosch communications systems family of brands, offering the worlds most complete portfolio of professional audio and communications solutions. Shop for the parker guitars pdf 105 radial with seymour duncan humbuckers electric guitar and receive free shipping on your order and the guaranteed lowest price. The electro voice 642 cardiline shotgun microphone was awarded an oscar in 1963 for its ability to capture dialog at a distance, while remaining out of sight from the cameras. He shows up with this pitted, rusted busted electrovoice 664 and says, i figured you could do something with this. Hiz operation uses pin 1 for ground and pin 2 for hot. Watch the famous jfk speech about sending a man to the moon and returning him safely and thats one of. I got a ev 664 dynamic cardioid mic for free from a guy who had evicted a studio owner.
Ev 664 mic wiring issues i have found a copy of the engineering data pdf which i will attach if anyone wants to reference it. We offer a seven hour video set about our collection and the history of magnetic recording available at this link. The electrovoice model 664 is a cardioid micro phone of the dynamic type with only one moving ele ment. Lou burroughs would demonstrate the 664s ruggedness by smacking it on a. Rca sk46 akg d12 beyer m160 oktava ml51 saba sm30 rauland 30s art tube mp project series. Find out more on how we use cookies and how you can change your settings. Previous factory locations in south bend indiana, buchanan michigan, newport and sevierville tennessee, and gananoque ontario. Links to microphone wiring diagrams category is a curation of 30 web resources on, electro voice 664 wiring, kenwood pin connectors, microphone connections by g4wpw. From the announce booth to the recording studio and out into the field, ev radio and television. Electrovoice created the model 664 microphone affectionately known as the buchanan hammer reflecting both the robust pressurecast casing, and the companys move to buchanan, michigan. Lous lectures were often hard to forget, as anyone who attended a demonstration of the ev 664, the buchanan hammer, can testify.
The mic is commonly used today in both amateur radio and studio applications. Ev employees with the company at the time recall that one of the reasons for the 664 s development was to answer the considerable success of. The electro voice 664 was designed as a publicaddress microphone in the 1950s. Great deals on electro voice vintage pro audio equipment. Electro voice 664 vintage 1960s microphone, tested, reverb. Electrovoice vintage 664 microphone w cord, new in box. The new 1828r electro voice reentrant driver is the result of the most modern high fidelity engineering techniques applied to public address speakers.
The characteristics of this driver were chosen to accommodate the majority of sound jobs. Electrovoice is an american manufacturer of audio equipment, including microphones. Rick chinn is a longtime audio professional and history buff. From the oaklawn studios mic locker is this beautiful piece of history the iconic electro voice model 664 dynamic microphone. The electrovoice ev model 664 microphone, introduced in the mid1950s, was designed for typical sound reinforcement applications of that era. The electrovoice re20 is a professionalquality dynamic cardioid microphone created specially for recording, broadcast and sound reinforcement applications requiring essentially flat response over. Electrovoice cardioid microphone specification sheet. About electro voice 664 wiring the resource is currently listed in in a single category. View and download electrovoice re11 specification sheet online.
Originally designed for public address and broadcast, this mic has a unique sound quality that makes it useful for a number. Other useful information would include your experience with similar products, infomation on a product that you would purchase instead of this one, and so on. Resources listed under mic wiring category belongs to technical reference main collection. The ev model 664 was the first to use their variabled technology, eliminating the proximity effect that had plagued cardioid microphones, and. The main category is microphone wiring that is about links to microphone wiring diagrams. It seems the mic originally used a 4pin cable and could be switched between hiz and 150ohm operation. From its humble beginnings, the company has evolved. From the oaklawn studios mic locker is this beautiful piece of history the iconic electrovoice model 664 dynamic microphone. What started as a simple string and pedal sales catalog has grown exponentially over the past thirty years. Im not sure if thats just because of the quantity that are floating around, the way it sounds, or the look of it, but we send out more 664 data sheets than. Im not sure if thats just because of the quantity that are floating around, the way it sounds, or the look of it, but we send out more 664 data sheets than just about any other vintage microphone. The slightly harder to find 666 is basically a 664 without the low end rolled off, and.
Male connectors are staked into the main wir ing board wherever needed, then flow. I agree, that connector adapter isnt worth that price in my book. Designed for public address and communications, the v1 became a popular radio broadcast microphone. Electrovoice cardioid microphone spcification sheet. View and download electrovoice 664 engineering data online. These newer versions, the models re15 and re16 5a, 5b were well used by big and small stations and networks for many years. Here is a nice ev 664 microphone with original box and cable. Several new electro voice stereo receivers models e v 1181, e v 1182, e v 1281, and e v 1282 are among the first to use this computer derived assembly technique.
The early days were a time where catalogs didnt have much of a presence in the industry, but what began as a college dorm room operation grew rapidly. It was the first audio product to receive an academy award. Enjoy the lowest prices and best selection of electrovoice dynamic microphones at guitar center. The model 664 is a cardioid microphone of the dynamic type with only one. I have one of those in gold, one in broadcast grey and the stand mount version, a 674 in standard chrome. The 664 is my second favorite mike for live vocals, right after the electro voice re20. The electro voice model 636 is an omnidirectional microphone of the dynamic type with only one moving element. This type is also referred to as the electrodynamic, electromagnetic, and moving coil microphone for this reason. Now, that said, the 664 is the vintage electrovoice mic that i probably get the most questions about. Sep 24, 2011 the electro voice 664 is a dynamic mic with a cardioid pickup pattern. Some facts about the 664 from the engineering data sheet. This site uses cookies to offer you a better browsing experience. Electro voice commonly referred to as ev is an american manufacturer of audio equipment, including microphones, amplifiers, and loudspeakers, focused on pro audio applications such as sound reinforcement. Delivery time varies by destination and is usually between 10 days to 4 weeks.
These are superhigh quality cable with a great 1 year warranty from manufacturer. It is designed specifically for public address applications. It is recognized the world over as a leader in audio technology. Electro voice made a very durable model, the 664, which was heavy and shaped like a thick cigar. Ev employees with the company at the time recall that one of the reasons for the 664 s development was to answer the considerable success of the shure model 55 unidyne. This item appears to be in wonderful physical condition, especially considering its age, due to the lack of proper equipment the specific 4pin 91mc4m connector cable the unit remains untested and therefore is sold as is.
We dont know when or if this item will be back in stock. By some accounts, rockne referred to the system as his electric voice, and is credited with inspiring the name for the new company. The story of electrovoice is a classic american success story. This mic has been fully tested, works beautifully, guaranteed. E to k phantom productions vintage open reel, reel to. Vintage style microphone cables for sale new vintage mic cables for ev electro voice microphones and other utilizing screwon, 4pin amphenol type connectors. Vintage 1950s electrovoice electrovoice ev model 635 dynamic. Ev still produced the original versions clear up into the late 60s along with these newer units.
The shure sm5, nicknamed the fat albert, was a cardioid design that could stand up to high voice levels, as could the sm7, a refinement on the earlier design. Vintage 1971 electro voice 666 dynamic cardioid microphone w clip prop display. The story of electro voice is a classic american success story. Ss audio recone kit for 12 ev dl12sx, dl12bfh, 8 ohms, rkevdl12bfh. The cardioid pattern is obtained through use of three sound entrances located in the back of the diaphragm. Electrovoice 664a specification sheet pdf download. This link is listed in our web site directory since friday jan 4 20, and till today electro voice 664 wiring has been followed for a total of 871 times. The electrovoice 664 is a dynamic mic with a cardioid pickup pattern. Its complete and should answer all of your questions. The electrovoice model 664 is a cardioid microphone of the dynamic type with only one moving element. So, from my understanding of the schematic on the pdf, can i just.
The mic is commonly used today in both amateur radio and studio. Reel to reel tape recorders museum of magnetic sound. View and download electrovoice 664a specification sheet online. Thread about ev 664 i think i still have one of those mics somewhere in a box. The electrovoice tx2181 is a dual subwoofer system that is designed to add highoutput, highimpact bass response to the tx2152 loudspeaker system. The candlestick style of the electrovoice model 655 was popular among broadcasters in front of the camera. Electro voice employs the same design approach in other microphones, including the popular re20. The dynamic microphone is based on the principle of magnetic induction, in which a wire moves across a magnetic field, inducing voltage.
Nearly all directional microphones exhibit proximity effect a boost in low frequency response when. Get the best deal for electro voice microphone from the largest online selection at. Lou would show up with a few mics, a piece of wood, and a nail. By 1970, electro voice had introduced the re20, perhaps their most famous microphone to date. Today you will be bidding on a electrovoice vintage 664 microphone w cord, new in box this is an excellent mic. Instrument microphones, large diaphragm microphones, wireless microphones, broadcast microphones. Over the course of time, ev has grown into one of todays dominant forces in the design and manufacturing of leadingedge products for audio professionals. Description and applications the electro voice model 664 is a cardioid microphone of the dynamic type with only one moving element. Also called a shotgun mic, many film and television sound engineers felt that the 642. All ev dynamics ive used635 omni on guitar cabs, 664 for backing vocals, guitar cabs, inside kick drumsare great, virtually indestructible, and found cheap on ebay. Electrovoice variabled dynamic supercardioid microphone specification sheet.
Electrovoice inc usa manufacturer in usa, model types fro. The slim styling of the 636 was specifically designed to provide the flexibility and ruggedness required for general public address use. The electrovoice 664 was designed as a publicaddress microphone in the 1950s. It is marked under the microphone with the electro voice tag and an offon switch. You can almost see bob barker using one to host the price is right, though i believe he used a sennheiser. Describe your experience with the electro voice 664 and tell us why you give it the rating you did required. The guy i bought mine from was selling because they were just too heavy weightwise for him hes in his mid 60s. Ev 664 the 664 model is the vintage electrovoice mic that i probably get the most questions about. Berrien county, michigan reconnaissance level survey report, september 2012 pdf. Electrovoice vintage 664 microphone w cord, new in box description. Buy electrovoice re320 large diaphragm dynamic vocal microphone. Rca sk46 akg d12 beyer m160 oktava ml51 saba sm30 rauland 30s art tube mp project series duration.
The microphone has its instructions plus 3 power cords the plastic on the cords is pretty rough. In 1963, electro voice received the honor of being one of the few manufacturers ever to receive an oscar for technical achievement for the model 642 cardiline, a long range mic. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. The tx2181 can move tremendous amounts of air, thanks to dual evs18s high excursion woofers, a well braced enclosure, and a low distortion port design. Electrovoice vintage pro audio equipment for sale ebay. Electro voice history, sound systems for the discerning listener. Mounts free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Within a year, it is the largest radio service shop in the city.
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