1950s Bell & Howell CR80F Shure 410 Controlled Reluctance Microphone

Vintage 1950s Bell & Howell CR80F / Shure 410 controlled reluctance microphone Hi Z harp /harmonica mic w cable - This is a 1950s Shure Brothers 410 model Hercules Controlled Reluctance Microphone, private labeled as a Bell & Howell CR80F. The two aforementioned mics are exactly the same internally, but wired for a 1/4 plug to meet B&H needs. Bell & Howell sold the CR80F under a Shure license for its systems use. Condition: This mic was fully tested by DALAUDIO. It includes the original 7 cloth shielded cable in good operating condition, and the Shure 99H86 labeled Controlled Reluctance Element is present inside. The Controlled Reluctance elements have a classic muddy tone that has been popular with many harp (harmonica) players that love the controlled unique sound. This CR80F has its unique and original brown/green tone with gold accent finish to match period B&H equipment. This little mic has some weight at nearly a pound (15 oz) of weight, as is features an all metal housing. The condition of the housing is at least 8.5 (scale of 1-10) as the finish is intact, there are no cracks, the cloth is in place, as are the B&H Logos. Its a very nice example of a 1950 period mic. Dimensions are 3.25 H x 2.75 W x 1.75 at the base, slimming to 1.25 on the body. Cash Sale. No Holds - Call or Text for Pickup