Coles Electroacoustics
33Also known as: Coles, Coles Microphones, Coles Electroacoustics Ltd
UnclaimedColes Electroacoustics is a British manufacturer of ribbon microphones based in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, England. The company was founded in 1964 by former employees of Standard Telephones and Cables (STC), continuing the production of ribbon microphone designs originally developed in collaboration with the BBC for studio, radio, and television broadcast. Its ribbon capsule lineage traces back...
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Coles Electroacoustics is a British manufacturer of ribbon microphones based in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, England. The company was founded in 1964 by former employees of Standard Telephones and Cables (STC), continuing the production of ribbon microphone designs originally developed in collaboration with the BBC for studio, radio, and television broadcast. Its ribbon capsule lineage traces back to BBC-designed mics from the 1950s.
The company's catalog centers on studio and broadcast ribbon microphones, including the 4038, a figure-of-eight ribbon mic widely used on drum overheads, brass, and guitar amps; the 4030L, an entry-level studio ribbon; and the 4050 stereo ribbon. Alongside these, Coles produces the 4104 Commentator's Microphone, the 4115 Broadcaster's Microphone, the 4155 Bus Microphone, and the handheld Fist Microphone. The brand also manufactures drive units, sound pressure units, and specialized flooring products.
Coles ribbon microphones are considered a standard reference for ribbon recording, valued for their smooth high-frequency roll-off and natural midrange. The 4038 in particular has a long history as a fixture in BBC studios and commercial recording facilities, and is frequently cited as a go-to overhead microphone in rock and orchestral recording.
Coles Electroacoustics has 5 products cataloged on Equipboard, including Ribbon Microphones. Their gear is featured by 67 artists, with the strongest followings in Rock, Pop, and Electronic. Notable users include Josh Homme, Paul McCartney, and Mac DeMarco.
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