Vintage RARE 1950's American D9A / D9AT dual dynamic cardioid microphone chrome w Belden cable D8T D4T D6T

    Hello and welcome to The House of Chrome.

 You are looking at a very unique and rare American D9A model dynamic cardioid microphone made in Pasadena, California during the early to mid 1950's. This gorgeous working microphone comes with the period cable shown in which to operate.

 Pic # 2 shows this very model in an old American catalog from the 1940's.

 Pic # 3 shows an old photo of Spencer Tracy using one of these very mics in the movie State Of The Union.

 Pic # 4 shows many of the older skyscrapers built that this company used as the inspiration in it's design of the D9 series mic.

 This mic was often referred to as the "Skyscraper" as it resembled many of America's modern skyscrapers being erected at that time in our history. The D9A has a very deco appearance and certainly one of the most beautiful and creative designs in American microphone design. probably my personal favorite.

 The D9A was identical to the D9AT except that the D9A was set as low impedance (50 OHMS) as where the D9AT was set at high impedance (200 - 500 OHMS). Even in the low Z setting this mic lacks bass. That was pretty common for mics of the 1940's and 50's set at Low Z. This mic has a higher pitched tone that's very "rockabilly" in nature. This would be ideal for any recording purposes if you are trying to replicate those older blues, jazz or rock and roll vibes of that era.

 The D9A is a true cardioid microphone having two working dynamic elements within the shell of the mic. I have thoroughly gone over the mic and the dynamic board containing the elements within is just as pretty as the exterior. This mic is an absolute gem and literally the nicest example I have ever come across. I haven't even had a D9 series mic to offer in almost 4 years now.

 The D9 series mics had a practical lower yoke that they sat in with adjustable thumb screws allowing you to tilt the mic accordingly to your needs. That style was very popular in the 1930's and 40's but by the 1950's it was phased out and considered old fashioned as the mic industry was evolving quickly. The D9 series mic was originally sold in Los Angeles in the early 1940's where The American Microphone Company was located and was quite expensive at that time.

 American eventually moved to Pasadena CA in the early 1950's and was eventually sold to a Japanese company around 1960. This company only existed for about 25 years as an actual American brand but they made some truly incredible mics in that short time period.

 As you can see in the pictures provided this older mic is in gorgeous physical condition. The surface is smooth as silk with the tiniest of wear but no dings, pitting, deep scratches, fractures or dents. The satin chrome body has an incredible luster and the joint mechanism holds strong and allows for a smooth rotation to any degree needed backwards and forwards as needed. Mic is solid with zero loose parts or rattling. The original element is still inside and covered with the original black silk sleeve / pop filter. Pop filter is as good as the day this mic was sold. Even the D9A label looks perfect and completely legible. This was very well stored and taken care of.

 The mic is a true 9 on a scale of 1 - 10 though many would rate higher.

 The D9 microphones are appx 7 1/2 inches tall (with the yoke) X 3 1/2 inches wide X 2 1/2 inches deep. A fairly large mic with a bit of weight to it.

 These can be screwed onto any desk or floor stand you have as the yoke has the universal 5/8 X 37 thread so getting a stand is no issue though I do have several period stands for this mic if one is needed.

 This late model D9A comes with the practical XLR connection as where the earlier models had the impractical (and annoying) 3 pic screw on type connection.

 The mic comes with the old Belden 8412 model cable that's in excellent physical and operating condition. It has the original Cannon female XLR connector for the mic and I applied an old Switchcraft male XLR end connector for your audio equipment. The cable is appx 8 feet in length giving you a bit of room to work with. Simply attach any long XLR cable to the one provided if you need more length.

       If you are a collector or musician looking for exotic and rare examples of early American microphones to use or simply to display in your collection then do consider this premium example. It might be another few years before I come across another of these.

 MICROPHONE STAND SHOWN IS NOT PART OF THIS SALE...USED FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY.

              As with all my vintage items...

 I can promise you will be happy with it for the price paid. If not...I have a no hassle return policy. The shipping will be on you as I believe that's fair but the purchase price would be refunded. Simply return in the same nice condition...period. Check my rating. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS are welcome as well. Buyer must pay within 24 hours or an unpaid case will be opened and item relisted. Domestic buyer will get priority shipping.

  If you have any questions feel free to ask and...thanks for looking.