[Harp-L] Astatic JT30 Roadhouse Harmonica Microphone

[jeremyhsnell@xxxxxxx]

OK - I see there is need for expansion on my simple quip of (not a good 
mic) -
 I am a very accomplished mic builder and I bought ten of these at 
distributor's price when they were first introduced to use as shells 
only.
First of all, they are made in China. They have a very cheap little 
Japanese crystal element, with weak, thin, tinny tone.
The volume pot is not continuous-taper, but a cheap Chinese one that 
functions differently on each mic, none going evenly from low volume to 
high.
 Good thing they come with a cable, because the knock-off of the 2501MP 
Switchcraft connector is so poorly made that most do not allow the 
opposing cable end to be threaded onto it.
The paint is a fossilized looking version of the oldAstatic's 
silver-hammered finish.
The only thing nice I can say about them is that the chrome grills look 
nice on the majority.
Fitted with a good element, it is a usable mic for harp.