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Coles 4038 Studio Ribbon Pair

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Coles 4038 Studio Ribbon Pair

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LakesideSound 02.08.2017

I bought these microphones after years of researching and listening to different samples found on the internet.
First impressions were kind of bad because one of my microphones was damaged on arrival (packages were alright, so not a couriers fault) and after communicating with Thomann they offered to fix it for half of the repair costs. Extra 200¤. So there's that.

Now, how do they sound? Really really great.
I mainly use these as drum overheads, percussion and guitar amp mic's in which they do a really great job. Compared to condensers on overheads these pick up big and fat sounding toms. Never had as good sounding percussion as with 4038's.

These mic's are heavy so be sure to use a stand that can hold a lot of weight. I'm using K&M 21430 for this and it's great. Also be sure to buy a separate stand adapter (I bought Coles 4072 for my pair), because these come only with an xlr adapter.

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Best decision of my life.

Anonymous 27.02.2015

These mics are a game changer!

If you've never experienced ribbon mics, or have had bad experiences, you need to try a pair of coles.

These mics are the classics, and the sound of them shows why.

These mics are stupidly good on guitar amps, especially distorted guitars. They give you great low mids and low end that can sometimes be lacking in a dynamic, and with a bit of EQ you can add in the top end that the mic naturally rolls off.

Probably my favourite Thomann purchase.

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You may love them.

deSverre 18.02.2021

Even bad cymbals can sound great under these bastards. They will not sound like high quality cymbals, but they can sound great in their own way. Very dark sounding, so they're far from optimal for many sources. As overheads they are magical! Great for guitar cabs and some acoustic guitars too.

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human compatible

frequenstein 19.05.2021

the first time i load them i thought i forget to close the door of the drum booth,incredible sound !
Many ways to use them.Need a good preamp to make them alive !

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Beautiful legendary mics!!

Tonehaven 11.02.2015

Coles 4038's have such a strong reputation for a reason! they sound amazing, smooth and really full. Great on anything!

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The best overheads

averagehomeboy7 25.05.2022

I use them as drum overheads, but they are also fantastic on acoustic guitars.

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NeoPrix. 29.07.2020

World's Best Service
The product is also great.
Thank you.

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Best Ribbon Mic

gmartina 15.08.2022

Coles 4038 is best Ribbon mic ever. I borrowed them for a test and was absolutely delighted. I use them mostly as an overhead microphone on the drum. Definitely recommended as the first option when choosing a ribbon microphone.

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Punchy, warm sound.

Pedro UQ 02.10.2024

We have been using a pair of 4038's at the studio mainly as Drum OHs and they are incredible. The toms come to life in a different way, while the cymbals are very present but controlled, no harshness at all.. definitely depends on the type of sound you are going after.
The only thing that is annoying, but will make your life easier is the mounting system.. the 4072 adapter (with shockmount) is highly recommended.

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Coles 4038 Studio Ribbon Pair