The BerZerker from Extinct Audio is a low noise ribbon microphone aimed at recording voices, but which can be used for pretty much anything. The sound is somewhat 1940s vintage in character but with modern output levels and extremely low noise for a passive ribbon microphone. The Berserker gives voices a larger-than-life sound, perfect for jazz divas, crooners and rock stars of all eras.
BerZerker Ribbon Microphone – NEW
The new BerZerker from Extinct Audio is a low noise ribbon microphone aimed at recording voices, but which can be used for pretty much anything. The sound is somewhat vintage in character but with modern output levels and extremely low noise for a passive ribbon microphone. The BerZerker gives voices a larger-than-life sound, perfect for jazz queens and rock gods of all eras.
The BerZerker has a classic ribbon sound with figure-8 pattern and a flattering bass proximity effect. A gentle dip at the top end helps to cut sibilance, making it naturally suited to recording vocals and speech. It has internal windscreens to reduce sibilance and pops and sounds most neutral at around 6 to 12″ (15-30 cm) from the sound source, which makes it perfect for vocals.
This is a truly British built microphone. The BerZerker‘s body and yoke are high quality die cast zinc and are made in Yorkshire in the North of England. The metal components for the transducer are made close to Manchester, and the transformer and ribbons are made and fitted in our own facility in York. Even the boxes are made in Cheshire, from sustainable wood.
About the name
In old Norse legend, Berserkers were fearsome warriors who (maybe) wore bear skins and (allegedly) ate magic mushrooms or other hallucinogenic substances to sustain them in battle. Our Berserker is rather better behaved! The looks of the microphone are inspired by an obscure 1940s ribbon microphone made by Birmingham Sound Reproducers. BSR gave us the name BerSerkeR. The new zinc casting gave us BerZerkeR.
Extinct Audio Warranty
The ribbons and cable carry a 1 year warranty. The body, mechanical parts and transformer are guarantied for life to the original owner. Paint, accessories and cosmetic appearance are not covered by the warranty but the BerZerker will age gracefully.