Electrovoice 666 Microphone (1954)

✅ Electrovoice 666

The Electro-Voice 666, introduced in 1954, was a revolutionary "Variable-D" dynamic cardioid microphone designed to solve the common proximity effect—the bassy, muffled sound that occurs when a performer gets too close to the capsule. By utilizing three distinct rear-entry ports of varying distances from the diaphragm, the 666 maintained a consistent, natural frequency response regardless of the distance from the sound source, making it a favorite for television and film production where microphone placement was often unpredictable. Its rugged, pressure-cast "Acoustalloy" diaphragm and heavy-duty steel housing made it nearly indestructible, earnng it a reputation as a "workhorse" that could withstand the high sound pressure levels of loud brass instruments or booming voices. For its significant contributions to the audio industry, the Electro-Voice 666 was even awarded an Academy Award for Technical Achievement in 1959. As the 1960s progressed, the 666 was gradually phased out in professional studios in favor of the more compact and refined RE15 and the iconic RE20, which further perfected the Variable-D technology that the 666 had pioneered.

Donation by: John Jr. & Carol Babina