Ribbon microphones inherently roll-off the highs because they are a low-tuned system. This means that their resonant frequency is very low- lower than human hearing.

We tune our ribbon microphones to 20hz. Ribbons are linear above their resonant frequency. As you get higher into the frequency spectrum, they start to roll-off the top end.

By looking at a frequency response, you might think that it's a flaw in the microphones. But actually, this is something that makes ribbon microphones really special.

Ribbon microphones hear more like your ears. As you get older, your ears also roll-off the top end. One of our favorite ways to use a ribbon mic is to walk around a room while an instrument is playing. Wherever it sounds best, place your ribbon mic there. Often times, it sounds very similar to what you want the instrument to sound like.

Another benefit of a ribbon's high-frequency roll-off is that they can tame harsh sources. Instruments like cymbal and hi-hat bashers, distorted guitars, and strident vocals can all be smoothed out with a ribbon mic.

And if you feel like you need a bit more top end, you can always reach for a screen like Scales which boosts the top end starting around 6kHz.

Our condenser microphone is intentionally engineered with a gradual roll-off of high frequencies starting around 7.5kHz. This design choice stems from the inherent high resonant frequencies of condenser microphones, where a notable bump often accentuates frequencies in an unfavorable, harsh manner.

Our extensive development process of the Ohma condenser focused on achieving a seamlessly smooth top end tailored for various audio sources such as vocals, guitars, and drums.

The Ohma condenser incorporates a vintage Cinemag transformer which attenuates its top end while introducing harmonic saturation. These transformers contribute to a rich color and warmth in the sound.

We love our condenser's sound just like we love the distinctive tones of many of our favorite vintage condenser microphones. Most of these microphones had frequency responses that we consider wild. And yet they're still the go-to mic for many instruments.

Most companies use 1/3 smoothing which makes their charts look significantly more smooth. It can be a bit misleading about the actual curve of the mics.

We chose to use 1/6 smoothing so you can see as much detail as possible without the frequency response looking like noise.

A microphone is electrical, acoustical, and mechanical. It is the sum of all three of these aspects working together.

The shape of the Ohma mic is a huge part of its sound. We've experiment with different body shapes, grille materials, fabrics, and grille shapes. Every aspect changes the mic's sound to some extent.