Our top of the line is the Series Seven, which is a range of large capsule condenser mics using our advanced ultra stable thin diaphragm technology in a multiple capsule system, with two different capsule topologies to pick up different components of the sound wave. The C700A is the basic design, with two capsules -- a dual-diaphragm unit to pick up pressure gradient, plus a smaller omnidirectional capsule to pick up the sound pressure at the same place. Combining these two outputs at the mixer allows the engineer to select any directional pattern from omni to figure-8 at the mixer, or they can be recorded on different tracks and the pattern selection can be done in mixdown. There's also a stereo version, the C700S, that has two pressure gradient capsules, at right angles to each other, with an omni in the middle so that any coincident-stereo pickup can be synthesized from these signals.

The Josephson Series Six is a range of custom made, interchangeable capsule small diaphragm condenser mics for the most critical applications where variable directional pattern isn't needed. Because of our proprietary diaphragm technology, we don't need to use the phase disks and resonators that other mic makers put in front of the diaphragm to extend high frequency response. The result is smoother, cleaner pickup in all patterns because the phase information of the original sound is preserved.

The mic body of the Series Six is available in several versions (for phantom or T-power, transformer or transformerless). You can select the capsule for the tone color and directivity you want, and the mic body for the dynamic performance that best suits the sound you want to capture, with the other equipment you'll be using. In the past we offered a vacuum-tube body for the Series Six, but frankly there is not a suitable tube available in production quantities at the moment (large diaphragm microphone makers have it easier, as there are several miniature tubes that work well, while small-diaphragm mics need a submini tube that hasn't been in production for many years).

A special edition Series Six mic is the e22S which was developed in response to specifications from reknowned producer-engineer Steve Albini. The e22S is a combination of the KA22S side-address cardioid microphone with the C609 transformer-based preamplifier module. Other Series Six bodies include the C616 transformerless, and C617 high voltage transformerless for use with instrumentation omni mic capsules.

A recent addition to the Josephson line is the Series Four which is a good all-purpose cardioid mic suitable for studio use and field recording. Much less expensive than competitive small diaphragm condenser mics, the C42 still provides excellent frequency and phase response and uniform off-axis tracking, making it an ideal choice for ambient recording of music in performance spaces or in the studio.