The Avantone "Cabernet (C-series)" premium microphones are designed to offer true professional performance. They will meet or surpass the performance and specifications of some much higher-priced mics. The Avantone CK-1 is truly a gorgeous looking and sounding microphone. The design, character and performance are comparable to some of the finest studio-standard FET condenser mics, but at a fraction of the cost.

The rugged CK-1 microphone body and capsule assembly are precision machined of brass. Aesthetically, it features an elegant cabernet wine red finish, accented with polished nickel trim and capsule assembly.

The high-quality FET circuitry will yield pleasing professional results comparable to much more expensive designs. Any studio can proudly offer the CK-1 for instrumental and percussion miking. It exudes class visually as well as sonically. The CK-1 is equally at home on the stage for drum overheads, acoustic instruments and piano.