Accessories
Microphones
The Button Box stocks accordion and concertina microphones from Microvox, a small company in the United Kingdom specializing in mic systems for acoustic instruments. Microvox provides a three-year warranty on their products.
Microvox microphones use electret condenser mic elements. All are studio quality or better. Accordion and concertina microphones attach to the instrument with strips of Velcro, making installation simple and reversible, allowing for easy transfer of mics from one instrument to another, and providing some insulation from mechanical noise. See the Microvox FAQ for more information.
Accordion Microphones
The accordion treble microphone is a long bar with 3 or 4 microphone elements. Many players choose to mic the bass side of the accordion as well. Microvox makes two series for accordions: the M420/M410/M405 series, which requires a power supply unit; and the M305/M310 series, which is powered by an AA battery.
300 Series
These units have their own built-in power supply and require only a AA battery. The treble bar has three mic elements and the output is a ¼" jack.
M310
Includes microphones for both the treble and bass side of the accordion. Volume and balance are adjustable.
Shop Now on AmazonM305
A treble bar like the M310, without the bass microphone. Volume is adjustable. Length is 10.5".
400 Series
These microphones all require a power supply unit (not included, see below for options).
M420
12¾" accordion treble bar (4 mics).
Shop Now on AmazonM410
9" accordion/melodeon treble bar (3 mics).
M405
7½" accordion/melodeon treble bar (3 mics).
M400
Optional bass side microphone. Used for other instruments as well. Single mic (measurement quality, low feedback, gold-plated plug). PSU required.
Concertina Microphones
The Microvox microphone system for concertinas consists of two M400 microphones and a power supply unit. The microphones are attached to the concertina with small Velcro strips.
Power Supply Units
All microphones except for the M305 and M310 require an external power supply unit (PSU). For more information about power supplies, see the Microvox FAQ.
Standard Power Supply
A larger, belt-mounting power supply with on/off, volume control, internal balance and LED battery indicator in a die cast aluminium case. 2¼" x 4½" x 1¼". Requires 9V battery.
Miniature Power Supply
A lightweight basic power supply with two microphone inputs, one of which is adjustable, thus providing balance control. 2" x 3" x 1". Requires AAA battery.
Other Microphone Products
M400 Microphone
Recommended for concertina, guitar, mandolin and bouzouki. PSU required.
M500 Microphone
Recommended for banjo and saxophone. Similar to the M400, except that the element faces across the instrument. PSU required.
Harmonica Microphone
A hand held, studio quality, microphone which fits comfortably between the fingers. PSU required.
XLR Cable
From Quantum Audio. High-impedance cables, 15 feet long. XLR male to ¼" male.
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Dehumidifiers & Humidifiers
Dehumidifier
This silica gel canister absorbs moisture. Keep in your case to protect your instrument during the humid summer months. Heat in the oven to reactivate. Size 4" x 2" x ¾".
Oasis® Case Humidifier
This humidifier attaches to the inside of your instrument case, using magnets and either a steel belt-style clip or a steel strip with adhesive backing. Humidifer fabric shrinks inward as water evaporates, so you can easily see when it's ready for a refill. Syringe for easy refilling included.
Oasis® Digital Thermometer and Hygrometer
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