Soyuz 1973-B Deluxe Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone  From Soyuz

Since it’s release in 2022 the Soyuz 1973 has quickly become a favorite choice as a one-mic-wonder and studio workhorse.

Studios with prized vintage collections, stages with demanding needs, and setups of all sizes and experience levels have adopted the 1973 for its convenient form factor and clear, consistent sound.  

After popular demand, we are pleased to now offer the 1973 Deluxe. This upgraded version ships in a custom oak suitcase hand-made in-house along with a custom-designed shock mount and hard mount for extra stability. 

The 1973 is completely hand-machined and uses a version of the same custom, handmade capsule found in our beloved 023 Bomblet. Using a transformerless circuit, the 1973 captures every sound with realistic detail that feels honest but never sterile. Inside the mic, a unique resonator is used to tune out unwanted resonances and frequencies similar to how acoustic room treatment may be used to improve the sound in your studio. A switchable -10 and -20dB pad allows for total flexibility so whether you’re recording delicate vocals or throwing it up in front of a kick drum, the 1973 has you covered. 

It’s a blank slate that naturally adapts to your signal chain allowing you to be as clean or colored as you desire. 

The 1973 Deluxe is available world wide at every Soyuz dealer for $999
The standard 1973 is available for $799  

THE CAPSULE

The 1973 features a version of our own S23 capsule. The S23 is a completely unique capsule with a very interesting history. In the early 1970s LOMO redesigned an AKG CK12 capsule, giving it three backplates in order to increase consistency. In 2015 our Soyuz engineers redesigned it for the 023 Bomblet and have now further adapted it for the 1973.

THE RESONATOR

The 1973 features a custom resonator that reduces unwanted resonance and also adds a degree of plosive protection, making the 1973 extremely well suited for vocals, voiceovers and podcasts. 

THE DESIGN

The form factor of the 1973 makes it perfect for miking those hard-to-reach places. The 1973 is solid, compact and extremely durable— built to last a lifetime.

THE PAD

The 1973 has both a -10 and -20 dB pad, making it well suited for high volume sources such as kick drums and amps.

THE SOUND

The 1973 features a transformerless design and has the lowest self-noise of any of our microphones. Nonetheless, it retains what many people call “the Soyuz Sound,” with lows that are present but not boomy, a midrange that’s forward but not boxy, and a high end that’s open and airy without being harsh.