The Torches from Lauten Audio are small diaphragm tube condenser microphones that are extremely versatile and incredibly unique. In this video demonstration we have recorded some Jazz trumpet with the Torch ST 221s. The surprisingly rich and full lower end on this small diaphragm microphone has an almost ribbon-like quality to it - making it a great candidate for recording horns. Thanks to trumpeter Jim Ketch for his great performance - check out his website at jimketch(dot)com. Record strings, guitars, drums, and more with these modern microphones. Call Sound Pure today to learn more about the great microphones we carry. 919.682.5552.

The Torch Small Diaphragm Condenser Tube Mics from Lauten Audio have a rich and surprisingly dark tone. These incredibly unique microphones are extremely versatile and not like any other small diaphragm microphone we've heard. Try the ST221s on acoustic guitars, amps, strings, horns, toms, and more. These mics have a boosted low end to give it a richer sound. They also can handle high SPLs extremely well. Check out our other demo videos featuring the Torches on different applications, or other videos featuring the Clarion, Horizon, and Oceanus from Lauten Audio. Call our recording professionals for more information on these great microphones!

Lauten Audio Torch ST 211 pair - a video demonstration on how to record classical trumpet with XY, AB Spaced Pair, and a Near, Far mic techniques with omni and cardioid capsules. As you can no doubt hear, the Torch pair from Lauten Audio does a wonderful job capturing the trumpet due to its fast transient response. If you have any questions about these mics or any questions about how we recorded this, be sure to contact the engineers at Sound Pure today.

Nate Huvard (nathan@huvard.com) is one of our satisfied customers and happens to be an excellent jazz guitarist.  So, we decided to invite him here to help us show off Eastman's AR805CE Archtop Guitar.  Eastman's Archtops are generally known to be phenomenal jazz guitars, which Nate proves here, but despite that, this AR805CE is still often used in other styles because of its wide range of tones and its gorgeous sounds.   Gear: Eastman AR805CE Sunburst Archtop Guitar AEA R84 Ribbon Mic Lauten Audio Torch ST-221 SDC Mic Maag Audio PreQ4-500 Mic Preamp Lynx Aurora 16 Converter   Have any questions? Want to try this model in person? Call us at (919) 682-5552 or contact an expert at archtops@soundpure.com!

SoundPure Guest Jazz Guitarist and satisfied customer Nate Hubard demonstrates this incredible AR403CE archtop from Eastman. An ideal jazz guitar, this archtop has a vintage tone with superior midrange and volume.   Gear List: Eastman AR403CE Sunburst Electric Archtop Guitar AEA R84 Ribbon Microphone Lauten Audio Torch ST-221 SDC Mic Maag Audio PreQ4-500 Preamp Lynx Aurora 16 Converter   Have any questions? Want to try this model in person? Call us at (919) 682-5552 or contact an expert at archtops@soundpure.com!

Nate Huvard (nathan@huvard.com) is one of Robinson Earle's satisfied customers and an excellent jazz guitarist.  We welcomed him here to help showcase this beautiful Buscarino Nylon String Acoustic/Electric Guitar.  Not only is this guitar absolutely gorgeous, but it also has an amazing clear and bold tone that is reminiscent of brand new grand piano.  Mr. Huvard does an amazing job at displaying all of it's amazing qualities.  There really is no other guitar out there like this!   Gear:   Buscarino Starlight Nylon String Acoustic Electric Guitar AEA R84 Ribbon Mic Lauten Audio Torch ST-221 SDC Mic  Maag Audio PreQ4-500 Mic Preamp Lynx Aurora 16 Converter   Have any questions? Feel free to give us a call at (919) 682-5552 or visit us at SoundPure.com!

3.5 XP from McPherson is a beautiful Adirondack Red Spruce and Flamed Black Acacia acoustic guitar with classic full Adirondack projection and clarity. This McPherson acoustic is one of their fastest projecting guitars due to the 3.5" depth and "XP" (extra power). The usage of the Adirondack Red Spruce reveals a clear, crisp tone with high headroom and strong fundamental content while the Flamed Black Acacia grain offers a unique shimmer. Special thanks to Kieth Ganz for his marvelous playing. Our experts here at SoundPure are happy to answer any of your questions about this beautiful McPherson acoustic. 919.682.5552

Jazz Guitarist Keith Ganz plays the Eastman Strings Arcthop 804 CE at Sound Pure Studios in Durham, NC. This unique guitar can achieve a wonderfully balanced sound - a nice hybrid of amplified archtop tone and acoustic performance. The top of the guitar is made from hand carved spruce, while the back and sides are solid maple. The AR 804-CE from Eastman has a classic, oval sound hole, modeled after a 1920s style guitar. This instrument is great not only for jazz, but also blues, gypsy, country, and more. Visit SoundPure's website or Youtube channel for more photos, sound clips, and videos. Or call our expert guitar staff for help with any questions or needs. 919.682.5552. To see more videos of Keith Ganz, visit our youtube page to watch more of his incredible guitar performances.

This AR880 CE Archtop Guitar from Eastman Strings is a Blonde John Pisano Signature model made with highly flamed maple and select spruce. This gorgeous Jazz Archtop Guitar features a maple neck, carved to John Pisano's specs, Schaller tuners, Ebony appointments, and adjustable tension tailpiece and bridge. The size is perfect for traveling and very comfortable. The Kent Armstrong pickups bring out the warm woody tone of the archtop. Thanks to Keith Ganz for his outstanding performance. If you like his playing, check out his website - Keithganz.com To learn more about this incredible archtop from Eastman Strings, call Sound Pure today at 919.682.5552 or 888.528.9703.

The E20D from Eastman Strings is an amazing acoustic guitar, reminiscent of the E10D. We are excited to see the reaction to the Eastman E-20D rosewood version of the amazing traditional series from Eastman.The E-20D has nice binding and inlay upgrades. The wide grain and somewhat lighter colored rosewood on this guitar is very pleasing and the adirondack continues to deliver stunning looks, projection and clarity. Thanks to Keith Ganz for his outstanding performance. Check out his website here:http://www.keithganz.com/. If you have any questions on this amazing guitar, or any other guitars we have, give us a call here at Sound Pure 919.682-5552 or 888.582.9703

The Phoenix DRS8 Microphone Preamp from Phoenix Audio is an eight channel pre with discrete input technology, a linear class A output stage and loads of tonal variability. This Neve-influenced preamp, modeled after the Phoenix DRS1 and DRS2, can be clean and clear or full of color and character, depending on the results you desire. The DRS-8 from Phoenix works wonderfully on many different applications such as acoustic guitar, as demonstrated in this video, electric guitar, drums, vocals, keyboards, and much more. Watch our other videos featuring this incredibly versatile preamp. For more information visit Soundpure.com or contact an experienced engineer who can help you with your pro audio needs. 919.682.5552 or Toll Free at 888.528.9703.

The Horizon from Lauten Audio is a lollipop style, single pattern, large-diaphragm tube condenser microphone that is versatile enough to handle a range of different applications. From male and female vocals, to electric guitar, as well as kick and snare drums, this microphone will perform beautifully in your home or studio. This microphone has a smooth top end, meaty mid-range and a tight bottom end, making it an exceptional microphone for kick and snare drums as well as many other instruments. A miniature three-position toggle switch at the top of the mic body provides pre-attenuation of 0, -10 or -20 dB, enabling it to accommodate maximum sound pressure levels of 120, 130, or 140 dB respectively.The generous output levels make life easy for budget computer interfaces, the two-stage pads enable close miking of loud sources, the smooth, if airy, response seems to work well with most sources and certainly helps them to cut through a mix with minimal EQ, and the overall tonality is of a warm, harmonically rich classic valve mic. The build quality is excellent too. You can also hear how the Lauten microphones sound in a full drum mix - both dry and with EQ, Compression, and Reverb. This video features artists Ken Carter on the drums along with Tony Witherspoon on the Fender Rhodes Mark I keyboard. If you would like more information on the Horizon mics and other microphones from Lauten Audio, or any questions about drum mic techniques, call the experts at Sound Pure. 919. 682.5552.