Golden Age Audio FC4 MC Small Capsule Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone

What is the Golden Age Project FC4 MC Small-diaphragm Condenser Microphone?
The Golden Age Project FC4 MC is a high-quality, small-diaphragm condenser microphone designed to deliver superior sound quality for a range of recording and live applications. Featuring interchangeable cardioid, hypercardioid, and omnidirectional heads, this microphone offers versatile performance, capturing everything from the crisp detail of acoustic guitar to the full, complex sounds of drums and percussion. The FC4 MC combines vintage-inspired Class A electronics with a modern design, making it an excellent choice for capturing nuanced and dynamic performances with a natural, clear sound.

Versatility with Interchangeable Polar Patterns
One of the standout features of the FC4 MC is its interchangeable heads, which offer three polar patterns: cardioid, hypercardioid, and omnidirectional. Each polar pattern has its unique benefits and applications, giving you the flexibility to tailor your recordings to the environment and sound source. The cardioid pattern is perfect for focused sound capture, isolating the main subject from surrounding noise. The hypercardioid and omnidirectional patterns expand your options, allowing for broader sound capture, making it ideal for stereo recording techniques and capturing more ambient, room-filling sound.

Capturing Detail Across a Wide Frequency Range
The FC4 MC delivers an impressive frequency response of 20Hz–20kHz, making it suitable for a wide range of instruments and vocal recordings. Whether you are capturing the deep lows of an acoustic bass or the bright highs of cymbals, the FC4 MC provides a balanced, natural response across the entire frequency spectrum. The gold-sputtered, internally shockmounted dual capsules enhance the microphone’s performance, ensuring low distortion and clear, precise sound reproduction, even on fast transients. Its high sensitivity and low noise floor also ensure that quiet details and subtle nuances are accurately captured.

Durable Construction and Professional Features
Built with a heavy-duty brass body, the Golden Age Project FC4 MC is designed to withstand the rigors of both studio and live performance environments. The microphone features a robust and attractive design that is both functional and durable. It also includes a low-noise FET first-stage amplification system and a transformerless, balanced output stage, which contributes to its clean, transparent sound. With external switches for a highpass filter and a 10dB pad, the FC4 MC is equipped to handle a variety of recording situations, including loud sources and environments with low-frequency rumble.

Ideal for a Wide Range of Applications
The FC4 MC excels in both recording and live sound applications. Whether used for miking acoustic instruments, capturing the subtleties of orchestral strings, or recording powerful electric guitar amps, this versatile microphone delivers impressive results. Its interchangeable heads and built-in controls for frequency adjustments make it a go-to choice for many engineers and musicians. It also performs well in challenging environments, offering the flexibility to capture detailed sound from any angle without compromising performance.