The Soyuz 013 Tube is a handcrafted, small-diaphragm tube condenser microphone that delivers an exceptionally smooth, musical alternative to typical pencil mics. Designed and manufactured in Tula, Russia, the 013 Tube pairs a custom, in-house designed small-diaphragm capsule with a mini subminiature tube and a custom toroidal output transformer.

Unlike many modern pencil condensers that can sound sterile, thin, or overly bright in the upper frequencies, the 013 Tube offers a thick, dimensional low end, a warm mid-range, and a silky, non-fatiguing top-end response. It excels at softening harsh transients on acoustic guitars, piano, drum overheads, stringed instruments, and brass while retaining fast detail and depth. Complete with a dedicated external power supply and a custom wooden box, it brings boutique tube character to small-diaphragm recording applications.

The 013 TUBE small diaphragm condenser melds audio precision and transformer color into a combination of unparalleled musicality. Best-in-class transient response and the ability to capture precise detail make them ideal as drum overheads as well as for the recording of acoustic guitar, piano, choral ensembles, strings, orchestras: in short, any application in which clarity is necessary and character desired.

The 013 Series combines the best elements of classic SDC designs with a unique character of its own. Both tube and FET versions capture sound with precision while imparting a warm sonic signature. The smooth top end and a midrange accuracy that is musical – never clinical – enable the recording of complex, transient-rich instruments and sounds that span the frequency spectrum and dynamic range (a -20db pad is included, correctly placed in the signal path between capsule and electronics) in a warm, pleasing way.

The 013 Series is available in either FET or tube circuit models; both feature identical capsules and form factors. While they also share similar, natural sound profiles, there are subtle differences between them. The 013 FET’s transistor circuit captures transients with a slightly faster response; the 013 TUBE has a smooth top-end perfect for situations in which a touch of coloration is desirable.

The engineers at Soyuz have spent decades studying, servicing and building classic microphones; this unique pool of knowledge, craft and skill – combined with the ears of numerous musicians, producers and audio engineers – has culminated in the creation of the 013 Series’ custom S13 capsule. The S13, with its detailed top end, warm mid-range, and balanced low-end possesses a remarkable ability to capture source material with an accuracy that is always flattering, never harsh. 

Features:

 ♦ 100% handmade in Russia;

 ♦ Proprietary toroidal transformer;

 ♦ 25mm gold sputtered diaphragm capsule designed in-house;

 ♦ Optional capsules: omni, hypercardioid;

 ♦ Custom power supply with -20 dB pad and clip included;

 ♦ Comes in a hand-crafted Russian hardwood box