T.H.E.BOHO – Active Ribbon Microphone with MELCOR Transformer

Capture the warmth, depth, and clarity of classic ribbon microphones with the Tom Hilbe BOHO, a boutique-grade active ribbon microphone handcrafted for professional studio and live recording environments. Designed by T.H.E. Company (Tom Hilbe Equipment) in Los Angeles, the BOHO combines vintage ribbon tonality with the reliability of modern phantom-powered circuitry.

At the heart of the BOHO is a proprietary MELCOR MEC 400-17 transformer, delivering rich harmonic content and silky midrange detail. Its pure aluminum 0.02 mm dual-sided ribbon element provides exceptional transient response and a broad, natural low-frequency extension. The bidirectional (figure-8) polar pattern captures room ambience beautifully, making it ideal for strings, brass, acoustic instruments, vocals, drums, and overheads.

Whether you're tracking an intimate vocal or a lush orchestral passage, the BOHO offers timeless character with modern performance—bringing analog depth into today’s digital workflows.

Key Features:

• Active ribbon microphone (requires 48V phantom power)

• Bidirectional (figure-8) polar pattern for natural room capture

• Proprietary MELCOR MEC 400-17 transformer for clean, full-bodied tone

• Pure aluminum ribbon (0.02 mm) with double-sided design

• Extended low-frequency response and fast transients

• Ideal for acoustic instruments, vocals, piano, drums, brass, and more

• Includes shock mount, windscreen, and protective storage case

Technical Specs:

• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz

• Sensitivity: -34 dB ±2 dB (1V/Pa @ 1 kHz)

• Output Impedance: 200Ω

• Self-Noise: 15 dBA

• Max SPL: 130 dB

• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 79 dB

• Power: 48V Phantom

• High-Pass Filter: 8 dB/octave @ 100 Hz

• Pad: 0 / -10 dB

What’s in the Box:

• Tom Hilbe BOHO Microphone

• Shock Mount

• Windscreen

• Storage Case