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Post by winetree on Oct 2, 2014 18:17:45 GMT -6
Just need to install my T.C. capsules and find a good pair of 6072's.  |
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Post by jeromemason on Oct 2, 2014 18:27:29 GMT -6
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Post by winetree on Oct 2, 2014 18:59:36 GMT -6
HeadbasketsI ordered the HT-11A bodies from Chunger at the above link. Type 3 came with the 251 headbaskets. They look great. Headbasket Only Type 3 Short dual layer is for 251 |
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Post by tonycamphd on Oct 2, 2014 19:36:09 GMT -6
HeadbasketsI ordered the HT-11A bodies from Chunger at the above link. Type 3 came with the 251 headbaskets. They look great. Headbasket Only Type 3 Short dual layer is for 251 are those the poctop pcbs? or the dreaded..."mic n mod"? |
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Post by winetree on Oct 2, 2014 20:45:37 GMT -6
Poctop's. Used his 251s, Fet47s, M49s, 67s and 87s.
Fast delivery. He's very responsive and quick to answer questions.
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Post by tonycamphd on Oct 2, 2014 21:43:42 GMT -6
Poctop's. Used his 251s, Fet47s, M49s, 67s and 87s. Fast delivery. He's very responsive and quick to answer questions. Danny's a great guy. |
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Post by Johnkenn on Oct 3, 2014 18:00:20 GMT -6
Shannon has a lathe...you guys should get some group buy up with him to do exact replica bodies...he's mentioned it before.
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Post by jcoutu1 on Oct 3, 2014 18:02:19 GMT -6
Shannon has a lathe...you guys should get some group buy up with him to do exact replica bodies...he's mentioned it before. I'm hoping to get lathed tonight baby! |
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Post by tonycamphd on Oct 3, 2014 18:47:48 GMT -6
Shannon has a lathe...you guys should get some group buy up with him to do exact replica bodies...he's mentioned it before. I'm hoping to get lathed tonight baby! omg, that was bad J, lol! |
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Post by tonycamphd on Oct 3, 2014 18:53:14 GMT -6
Shannon has a lathe...you guys should get some group buy up with him to do exact replica bodies...he's mentioned it before. if we could get some accurate elam bodies made, i'd be in like Flynn, the problem would be the head basket though... wouldn't it? |
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Post by ericn on Oct 8, 2014 6:50:00 GMT -6
Shannon has a lathe...you guys should get some group buy up with him to do exact replica bodies...he's mentioned it before. if we could get some accurate elam bodies made, i'd be in like Flynn, the problem would be the head basket though... wouldn't it? Head baskets always seam to be the hard part, bodies are pretty easy, but good consistent head baskets are the achiellied heal of DIY mics. |
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Post by watchtower on Oct 28, 2014 23:07:28 GMT -6
Shannon has a lathe...you guys should get some group buy up with him to do exact replica bodies...he's mentioned it before. Depending on the price, I would be in! Accurate 251 bodies are very much missing from the DiY scene. I have a Tim Campbell capsule on the way for a 251, but I would wait for a proper 251 body if it was coming. I was going to use the standard Alctron body and paint the back of the headbasket black haha Shannon |
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Post by ben on Nov 1, 2014 18:16:35 GMT -6
Shannon has a lathe...you guys should get some group buy up with him to do exact replica bodies...he's mentioned it before. Depending on the price, I would be in! Accurate 251 bodies are very much missing from the DiY scene. I have a Tim Campbell capsule on the way for a 251, but I would wait for a proper 251 body if it was coming. I was going to use the standard Alctron body and paint the back of the headbasket black haha ShannonBeesneez makes a body that is close to the 251. It's pricey, but it's bulletproof! It's not a replica, but the closest I've seen. From what I understand, they will powder coat it in any color for you. www.beesneezmicrophones.com.au/store/ela-m251-styled-microphone-body-kit.html |
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Post by Guitar on Nov 1, 2014 21:10:05 GMT -6
I love forums for telling me about products I didnt' even know existed... like these 251 PCBS... thanks!
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Post by tonycamphd on Nov 1, 2014 21:17:27 GMT -6
No offense Ben, but guys, do yourself a favor, just say no to micnmod and beeznees(don't get me started  ). I have it on very good authority that their are EXACTING replicas of the elam 251 bodies on the way, and they are stunningly affordable... be a little patient, and you're welcome 8) |
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Post by Guitar on Nov 1, 2014 21:52:38 GMT -6
I can wait for that, Tony! A proper 251 is a small dream of mine. Never heard the hearsay on Beezneez..
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Post by ben on Nov 2, 2014 7:49:23 GMT -6
No offense Ben, but guys, do yourself a favor, just say no to micnmod and beeznees(don't get me started ). I have it on very good authority that their are EXACTING replicas of the elam 251 bodies on the way, and they are stunningly affordable... be a little patient, and you're welcome 8) No offense, Tony, but I never mentioned MicnMod, I don't think they have bodies that are even close, and I know you have a venetta against them. Beesneez, while not an exact body, it's a lot closer and is still a hell of a mic body. Anyone who has held one of their mics will tell you. Now, if you've got some inside info, spill it. |
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Post by watchtower on Nov 2, 2014 8:42:36 GMT -6
Depending on the price, I would be in! Accurate 251 bodies are very much missing from the DiY scene. I have a Tim Campbell capsule on the way for a 251, but I would wait for a proper 251 body if it was coming. I was going to use the standard Alctron body and paint the back of the headbasket black haha ShannonBeesneez makes a body that is close to the 251. It's pricey, but it's bulletproof! It's not a replica, but the closest I've seen. From what I understand, they will powder coat it in any color for you. www.beesneezmicrophones.com.au/store/ela-m251-styled-microphone-body-kit.htmlYeah, I knew about the BeesNeez body. As you say, it's expensive, and not a replica, which is why I'm not too interested. I'd rather save money and use the Alctron body if I'm going with something that's not the right size anyway. |
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Post by indiehouse on Jan 3, 2015 9:55:58 GMT -6
No offense Ben, but guys, do yourself a favor, just say no to micnmod and beeznees(don't get me started ). I have it on very good authority that their are EXACTING replicas of the elam 251 bodies on the way, and they are stunningly affordable... be a little patient, and you're welcome 8) Hey tonycamphd, what's the word on this? |
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Post by tonycamphd on Jan 3, 2015 11:01:40 GMT -6
No offense Ben, but guys, do yourself a favor, just say no to micnmod and beeznees(don't get me started ). I have it on very good authority that their are EXACTING replicas of the elam 251 bodies on the way, and they are stunningly affordable... be a little patient, and you're welcome 8) Hey tonycamphd, what's the word on this? As far as the former there is a lot of info on this if you search it, especially at GDIY, the latter is still up in the air, it turns out that a picture that was being circulated was a photo shoped version of an actual elam 251 mic (watchtower brought that to attention), but from what i've heard, it's still underway? i'll let everyone know immediately upon myself finding out. |
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Post by kidvybes on Jan 3, 2015 11:19:00 GMT -6
No offense Ben, but guys, do yourself a favor, just say no to micnmod and beeznees(don't get me started ). I have it on very good authority that their are EXACTING replicas of the elam 251 bodies on the way, and they are stunningly affordable... be a little patient, and you're welcome 8) Hey tonycamphd, what's the word on this? ...the Beesneez Tribute body remains the closest, highest-quality option (closer to the Bock 251) for a 251 clone build...it's very expensive, but when you hold that body in your hand, you can understand why it's so expensive in comparison to the Chinese options...it's actually milled from solid brass and given a very rugged powder-coat finish in the classic "seafoam green" color... ...actually it was I that brought Tony's attention to this new source (in South China) that was offering copies of Chunger's SYT-5, the Alctron MK-47 and HST11-A, and a 251 body, supposedly based on the Telefunken reproduction...we linked the guy, and a few of us actually placed orders, sent payment, only to be disappointed when the guy told us production was delayed...now, many months later, Chunger got a sample of this factory's copy of the SYT-5 (Neumann 67/87 style body)...the quality is extremely poor...this particular metalwork factory actually makes door knobs and locks...they are capitalizing on the sudden interest in microphone bodies, due to the growth of the DIY community...but they are building to the cheapest cost factor, and their metalwork is shoddy at best...you can read Chunger's comments here: groupdiy.com/index.php?topic=50015.860...my contact in China, who assists some of the DIY vendors in sourcing factories to produce components, also contacted this same factory as a potential alternate source for a 47-style body/headbasket, which are currently in short supply...his advice was to find a more reputable metalwork factory, as he too said their work was not up to the quality being done in factories in Northern China...it is likely they are making bodies for Mic&Mod...so it's becoming apparent these bodies are not up to par for a serious clone build...here are some of that factory's ads (the mic bodies in the ads were sourced from other factories) that lured attention to their offerings (note how inexpensive his pricepoints are): |
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Post by kidvybes on Jan 3, 2015 12:29:10 GMT -6
Jan 3, 2015 12:01:40 GMT -5 tonycamphd said: "it turns out that a picture that was being circulated was a photo shoped version of an actual elam 251 mic (watchtower brought that to attention), but from what i've heard, it's still underway?" ...I believe this was the questionable photo Tony is referencing: Attachments:
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Post by indiehouse on Jan 4, 2015 6:43:18 GMT -6
Are there any sonic benefits to using the Beesneez body vs the Alctron donor body, given the price difference?
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Post by kidvybes on Jan 5, 2015 11:07:24 GMT -6
Are there any sonic benefits to using the Beesneez body vs the Alctron donor body, given the price difference? ...the reason that Ben Sneesby chooses to machine his own Tribute-series bodies from solid brass is to eliminate resonances common to the much lighter gauge Chinese-sourced cut/stamped mic bodies...so in answer to your question, absolutely yes...besides a more cosmetically attractive presentation, there are very measurable sonic advantages in using a body of this weight, quality and integrity... ...these videos will give you a better insight: |
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Post by jfoc on Jan 10, 2015 7:56:51 GMT -6
 Bees Neez body & Chung C12 side by side Bees Neez is a bit wider & a bit longer. They will (just barely) squeeze into one of the boxes from studio 939. I have to order a few more... Getting the c12 body powdercoated adds some weight to the body |
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). I have it on very good authority that their are EXACTING replicas of the elam 251 bodies on the way, and they are stunningly affordable... be a little patient, and you're welcome 8)
