R144 Ribbon microphones are known for their rich, warm sound and have been used to capture some of the most legendary recordings in history. The R144 ribbon microphone delivers a naturally organic sound with incredibly smooth characteristics. The R144 microphone has a figure-8 polar pattern which...
, the SE R1 is a similar-sounding alternative in the same price range, and you may also want to try the Sontronics Sigma, or the slightly more costly Coles 4038. There are also some much cheaper models around, including the MXL R144, the Superlux R102 and the Golden Age Project R1....