Offering a RARE vintage 1950's ASTATIC DK1S Microphone. It is possibly thee most unusual and innovative microphone from this Conneaut Ohio company. The modernistic design affords pickup from a 360 degree range and has a brand new low-z dynamic moving coil element installed. (It replaces the original dead crystal pickup so the sound is way better and stronger as well.) This one is near flawless in appearance with no obvious marks, scratches or patina on the chrome, and sits at...op a proprietary Astatic on-off switch. The makers badge is clean and super readable...the on-off switch functions normally. The mic sits atop an adjustable height desk stand with iron base which is included (12" to 16" in height) and also includes a short connecting cable terminating with a 3 pin male XLR plug. Includes the original Astatic Retail Box in very nice condition. ** Always safe packaging and fast shipping. ** CHECK OUT MY MANY VINTAGE MICS FOR SALE, INVENTORY REGULARLY UPDATED **** Check my eBay profile. I have worked in major market broadcast radio over 45 years in the audio production field. I collect, refurbish, buy and sell vintage microphones from the 1920's through the 1960's and love what I do. If you are thinking of making a purchase, or just have a mic-related question, please feel free to ask. If you have already made a purchase and have any follow-up concerns, I'm here to help resolve.