Aiwa VM-13
Manufacturer:
AiwaModel:
VM-13Country of Manufacture:
JapanMicrophone Type:
RibbonPolar Pattern:
Figure 8Production Start Year:
1957Rarity:
4
Audio Recordings:
Nylon string guitar recorded with an Aiwa VM-13 ribbon microphone.
Multiple quality options available
Speech (male) recorded with an R88 stereo ribbon microphone.
Multiple quality options available
Frequency Response:
Microphone History:
Aiwa started producing microphones from the early 1950s. By 1956, the company was designated as a technical guidance factory by the NHK Broadcasting Technology Research Laboratories, reflecting the technical quality of it's products. Throughout the following decades, Aiwa produced various styles of microphones, with their ribbon mics aimed at professional and broadcasting use. The VM-13 was the second ribbon microphone Aiwa produced (1957), following VM-12 (1955).
Initial batches had the logo badge attached to the centre of the front of the unit, but it was later moved to the lower right corner of the front (see photo).
This model was designed to offer a reasonable price without sacrificing performance, while also being stylish, for broadcasters and radio stations lacking the same budget as NHK.
Technical Description:
- Frequency Response: 100-14,000Hz
- Output Impedance: 600Ω or 30KΩ ±30%
- Sensitivity: -78bB or higher (600Ω)
- Released: 1957
- Price (then): ¥7,900
- Mounting Thread: PT1/2 pipe thread with W5/16 adapter
- Directivity: Bidirectional
- Induced Noise Level: -10dB
- Dimensions (mm): 48Φ x 136
- Weight (g): 850 (including 3m cord and outlet)
- Cord: 3m
- Notes: Equivalent to JIS Class 1
Features
Compact and lightweight. A triumph of rational design technology.
The frequency response is flat over a wide range, reproducing natural sound. The support is equipped with a rubber cushion. This prevents vibrations from being transmitted through the floor when placed on the floor. The design is sleek. Careful attention has been paid to the color scheme.
