Radio Shack
Radio Shack PRO-3004 Vintage Unidirectional Cardioid Dynamic Microphone New in Box
- MPN:
- PRO-3004
- Condition:
- New
- Shipping:
- $12.00 (Fixed Shipping Cost)
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Description
Radio Shack PRO-3004 Vintage Unidirectional Cardioid Dynamic Microphone New in Box with Cord and Mic Clip.
Radio Shack PRO-3004 (also catalog # 33-3004) is a vintage unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic microphone from the 1980s–1990s.Key Specifications & Data
- Type: Dynamic element, unidirectional (cardioid) polar pattern
- Impedance: 600 ohms (±30%)
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz – 15,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: -72 ±3 dB (0 dB = 1V/μbar at 1 kHz)
- Connector: XLR female on microphone, with included 20-foot cable terminating in ¼" male plug
- Features: On/Off switch, metal grille, durable housing, includes mic clip/holder
- Your Unit: New in the original box with cord and mic clip — this is excellent for collectors and users.
- Vocals, speeches, presentations, PA systems, amateur radio (ham), podcasting, and general-purpose live sound
- Popular budget alternative to higher-end mics like Shure SM58-style designs
Overall RatingGood for the price / Solid budget dynamic microphone.
It is a respectable entry-level to mid-tier vintage dynamic mic — not studio reference quality, but surprisingly capable for its era and original low cost.Sound Characteristics
It is a respectable entry-level to mid-tier vintage dynamic mic — not studio reference quality, but surprisingly capable for its era and original low cost.Sound Characteristics
- Tone: Clear with a slight midrange presence/boost that gives vocals a warm, forward quality. It has decent articulation without being overly harsh or "crispy" in most uses.
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz – 15 kHz. It delivers natural-sounding voice with good intelligibility. Low end is reasonably full (not boomy), and highs are present but not overly bright or sibilant.
- Polar Pattern: Unidirectional (cardioid) — good off-axis rejection, which helps reduce background noise and feedback in live/PA situations.
- Strengths:
- Excellent for spoken word, vocals in PA systems, amateur radio (ham), podcasting, and general announcements.
- Handles close-miking well (proximity effect adds some warmth when speaking/singing close to the mic).
- Durable and low-noise (typical of good dynamic mics).