The Fat Top II Active/Passive Ribbon Microphone from Pinnacle Microphones is a switchable active/passive ribbon mic that is equipped with switchable active and passive modes. In active mode the mic utilizes phantom-powered active electronics to provide stable impedance and higher output for compatibility with a wider variety of microphone preamplifiers. This mode employs a low-noise differential amplifier circuit designed for high gain while keeping the noise level low.

The circuit is optimized to preserve the tone of the active/passive ribbon mic by choosing operating conditions and electronic components that minimize tonal alterations. The passive mode in turn provides the option for use with higher-gain preamps, where extra gain is not needed from the microphone. For both studio and live-stage miking, the FAT Top II is designed for use on a wide range of instruments such as guitar cabs, vocals, strings, horns drum overheads, orchestras, and more.

Switchable Active and Passive Modes    Active Electronics for Extra Output Gain    Passive Mode for Higher Gain Preamps    N50 Neodymium Magnets for High Output    Extended Frequency Response    High Sensitivity and Low Self-Noise    Intended For Wide Range of Instruments    Active Mode Adds 20 dB of Gain    Ribbon Resistant to Phantom Power Damage

Phantom-powered active electronics provide stable impedance and higher output

Passive mode provides the option for use with a higher-gain preamps

Extremely powerful N50 neodymium magnets for high output level

Figure-8 polar pattern

High sensitivity and low self-noise

This microphone is designed for use on a wide range of instruments such as guitar cabs, vocals, strings, horns drum overheads, orchestras, and more. For both studio and live-stage settings.

Active or Passive mode is easily toggled by a switch on the mic. Active electronics are designed, manufactured, and fitted in the USA.

Active/Passive switch is mounted internally and the active gain stage is bypassed using gold contacts.

Additional 20 dB of gain will be added to the signal path in active mode

Ribbon element is resistant to damage by phantom power

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I remove clamp and attach it to threaded mountpoint?

A: While the clamps are removable, they cannot mount onto a threaded mounting point.

Q: 2. Will this plamp hold a reflector?

A: It has a load capacity of 8 ounces.

Q: 3. What is the difference between the MultiMAX and the MultiMAX II ... other than the newer, brighter screen and the backlit buttons? Do both work on the same frequencies? Do both have the same modes?

A: Thanks for asking! The blue backlight LCD provides better contrast for improved viewing and the keypad is brighter as well. The MultiMAX II has all the same features as the original MultiMAX but we have added a couple more. Infinite Intervalometer will let you trigger as long as you like and SpeedCycler can trigger 16 different remotes instead of 4, If you have ControlTL receivers, it can also adjust power to those remotes from your camera's position. They are available in both FCC and CE frequencies so be sure to use the appropriate frequency for your country.

Q: 4. Would this work with the Tamaron 150-600 lens on my canon 6D?

A: Hy LinnFor shure the SkimmerSack II will work perfectly with the Tamron 15-600mm lens. I'm very happy with mine.Patrik

Q: 5. Do you need to purchase a separate piece to be able to use a gimbal head?

A: No, just beans. I use poly beads.

Q: 6. Anyone used this to hold test charts out into a scene?

A: Yes, will work well for test charts.

Q: 7. Does this work with Profoto B1?

A: The Profoto OCF II Snoot is compatible with the Profoto B1 Monolight.

Q: 8. In the past I had problems working alongside a stage with wireless audio equipment. I was using PocketWizard PlusX as well as some of the older style units. Do these units operate on different frequencies as audio equipment? Was my problem interference? Will this unit solve that problem? If so, will one unit acting as the transmitter solve this problem ( use my old receivers)? Thanks!

A: The MultiMax II Transceiver operates at radio frequency 340 to 354 MHz. It is possible that there was interference near the stage you were working on. However, changing the channel on this unit and your receivers should help alleviate any issues with interference. You can use this unit as a transmitter or a receiver as needed.

Q: 9. What is the overall thickness of the device?

A: The dimensions are approximately: L: 1.8 x W: 3.7 x H: 0.6 inches.

Q: 10. Is the MultiMax 2 compatible with the 1Dx 2?

A: Yes, the Pocket Wizard Multi-Max II is compatible with Canon DSLRs like the 1DX Mark II.