Golden Age Audio FC4 ST Small Capsule Condenser Microphone (Matched Stereo Pair)

What is the Golden Age Project FC4 ST Small-diaphragm Condenser Microphone Stereo Pair?
The Golden Age Project FC4 ST is a stereo pair of small-diaphragm true-condenser microphones that are perfect for capturing stereo sound in a variety of professional applications. Offering versatility and precision, these microphones feature discrete, transformerless Class A electronics and 20mm gold-sputtered diaphragms for accurate, low-distortion sound reproduction. The FC4 ST is ideal for musicians, engineers, and producers looking for affordable, high-quality small-diaphragm condensers for stereo recording setups like XY, A-B, or ORTF configurations. Whether you're capturing the subtle detail of acoustic instruments or the complexity of overhead drums, this stereo pair excels.

Superior Performance for Stereo Recording
When it comes to stereo recording, precision is key. The Golden Age Project FC4 ST is factory-matched to within a tight 1dB tolerance, ensuring that both microphones in the pair perform identically for accurate and consistent stereo imaging. The cardioid polar pattern of the FC4 ST ensures clear and focused recordings, making it perfect for capturing stereo sound from a variety of sound sources such as acoustic guitar, pianos, strings, and percussion. Whether you’re using XY, A-B, or ORTF configurations, this matched pair provides a balanced and natural stereo field, ensuring that every element of your recording is captured in rich detail.

Versatile Applications for Studio and Live Settings
The FC4 ST is not just for the studio. Its versatility extends to live sound applications, where it performs just as well, capturing everything from orchestral strings to overdriven guitar amps. Thanks to the 10dB pad and highpass filter, the FC4 ST can handle loud sources without distortion, making it suitable for both delicate and high-pressure sound environments. Its wide frequency response range (20Hz to 20kHz) ensures that the microphone accurately captures the full spectrum of sound, from deep lows to shimmering highs. The low-noise FET first-stage amplification adds clarity and transparency to your recordings, allowing you to hear every nuance of your sound source.

Affordable Vintage Sound with Modern Features
Inspired by vintage microphones, the FC4 ST delivers the warm, punchy, and authoritative sound characteristics that made analog equipment famous in the 1970s. Golden Age Project has meticulously designed this microphone with modern technology, offering the best of both worlds: vintage sonic character combined with the reliability and affordability of contemporary production methods. With its robust construction and military-grade build quality, the FC4 ST is designed to provide years of dependable service, whether in the studio or on stage. The heavy-duty brass body not only adds aesthetic value but also contributes to the microphone’s durability.

Precision and Control at Your Fingertips
Golden Age Project ensures maximum control over your recordings with the inclusion of external switches for the highpass filter and 10dB pad, allowing you to tailor your sound further. The microphones' low-noise FET first-stage amplification and balanced, transformerless output stage allow for clean, distortion-free recordings even in demanding situations. Whether you’re capturing delicate orchestral arrangements or loud, aggressive guitar riffs, the FC4 ST provides the control you need to achieve the perfect sound. The included shockmount further reduces unwanted vibrations and handling noise, ensuring your recordings remain pristine.