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Andrew Huang

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Page last updated Aug 11, 2025

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This balanced, passive hydrophone is perfect for ultra low-noise, high-gain recording. Made with shielded black cable, a large 35mm brass piezoelectric head coated in black non-toxic rubber, and a male XLR output plug. Can be used for all kinds of underwater listening and recording, including detecting swimming pool leaks. Can also be used outside of water as a normal contact microphone. Can be safely frozen or boiled. Use with an amplifier for best results. Extremely rugged!

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Cold Gold hydrophones are highly regarded, serving users well for years alongside other options like Barcus Berry and Aquarian Audio.
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Users successfully use hydrophones for recording internal sounds of nature, like water flow in trees and insects, with positive results.
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Playdough is effectively used to attach Aquarian H2a hydrophones to various surfaces, enhancing the recording experience.
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Cold Gold hydrophones stand out for their performance over time, making them a reliable choice for long-term users.
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See how Andrew Huang uses Cold Gold Balanced Hydrophone

Andrew Huang

Singer, Guitarist

First Of October

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Featured in this July 16, 2020 video at 3:06.

Album Usage

The Cold Gold Balanced Hydrophone has been featured on the following albums:

Cold Gold Balanced Hydrophone as heard on Ganglia by Andrew Huang (2020)

Ganglia

Andrew Huang (2020)

Cold Gold Balanced Hydrophone as heard on You by Andrew Huang (2020)

You

Andrew Huang (2020)

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Canadian Electronic

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