Vintage King Puts the Manley Reference Gold to the Test

Vintage King just released an in-depth Hear The Gear feature on the Manley Reference Gold Tube Condenser Microphone, showcasing its remarkable versatility across a range of instruments and vocal performances. In the article, Vintage King puts the Reference Gold to the test, capturing drums, acoustic and electric instruments, piano, and vocals—all with no EQ or compression to highlight the mic’s natural character.

The Manley Reference Gold is renowned for its large-diaphragm CK12-style capsule, all-tube electronics, and continuously variable polar pattern, making it an essential tool for engineers seeking warmth, detail, and precision. The Vintage King feature includes detailed sound samples, demonstrating how this legendary mic excels in real-world recording situations—from the shimmer of a mono drum overhead to the nuanced depth of vocals and grand piano.

If you want to hear the Manley Reference Gold in action, check out the full article and listen to the sound samples now on Vintage King's website!