beyerdynamic Presents the World´s First Wireless Ribbon Microphone

The RM 510’s sophisticated capsule design features an ultra-light, barely 3 micrometre thick aluminium ribbon that delivers exceptional frequency response and excellent transient behavior. A unique sound channelling technology provides the capsule with its cardioid polar pattern making the RM 510 the very first ribbon capsule perfect for use on stage with wireless microphone systems. The capsule’s treble resonator delivers rich high-frequency reproduction and also serves to protect against “plosives.” In keeping with beyerdynamic’s manufacturing philosophy, every RM 510 wireless microphone head is handmade in Germany.

By employing a sound labyrinth on the rear of the diaphragm and using an advanced acoustic fabric, beyerdynamic has succeeded in improving not only the sound characteristics but also the technical specifications of the RM 510. A subtle attenuation in the 6 kHz range effectively suppresses sibilant sounds and supports the balanced and unobtrusive sound of the RM 510.

The RM 510’s forerunner is the legendary M 500 ribbon microphone, famous during the 70s and 80s. The lineage is especially noticeable from the original, elegant design of the housing, stainless steel mesh basket with multilayer metal gauze, and the use of robust, high quality materials throughout. This combination of delicate engineering and precision build quality provides a new standard for ruggedness and reliability for the stage.

RM 510 offers a spectacular, colouration-free sound with the same exceptional treble reproduction that characterizes all beyerdynamic ribbon microphones, and the capsule’s design delivers significant rear attenuation resulting in feedback suppression ideal for live vocals on even “loud” stages.

The RM 510 interchangeable ribbon microphone capsule will be available for beyerdynamic’s Opus 600 and Opus 9** wireless systems from the first quarter of 2011.

About beyerdynamic

The company beyerdynamic GmbH & Co. at Heilbronn in Germany, develops and manufactures high-end audio products of the highest quality for a growing number of customers.
The products of the company, which was founded in 1924, acquired world fame after the Second World War: the E 1000 ribbon microphone was used on the first Beatles tour in 1966. In the 1970s and 80s, international and national musicians and bands, such as Abba, Bob Dylan and Udo Lindenberg were using beyerdynamic equipment. Today too, many international artists are successful with beyerdynamic equipment.
In recent years, beyerdynamic has produced exemplary products and technologies in the area of wireless conference technology. In 1998, the audio specialist introduced the very first wireless conference system. For over 10 years, a wireless digital conference system has made the company the technological leader globally.
To provide a targeted response to its customers’ wishes, beyerdynamic has divided its business into the following divisions: Conference (conference systems), Music & Performance (live microphones, headphones), Broadcast, Studio, Video & Production (studio microphones, professional headsets), Consumer Products (mobile and high end headphones, headsets for PC gaming) and Aviation (headsets for general aviation).