Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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We’ve said it before, but it bears repeating: the Coles 4038 can do no wrong 💎. This legendary ribbon mic is best known for its use as drum overheads, but it truly shines on all kinds of instruments, including brass, like in this clip from our demo.

Watch the full video to hear the 4038 on vocals, piano 🎹, drums 🥁, guitar 🎸, and more — and grab one (or a matched pair) for your studio right here 👉 bit.ly/COLES4038VK