--- product_id: 17098499 title: "AR 520 Active Ribbon Microphone" brand: "badaax" price: "56.13 DT" currency: TND in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/17098499-ar-520-active-ribbon-microphone store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Low Noise High Sensitivity Wide Frequency Response AR 520 Active Ribbon Microphone **Brand:** badaax **Price:** 56.13 DT **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🎶 Elevate Your Sound Game! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** AR 520 Active Ribbon Microphone by badaax - **How much does it cost?** 56.13 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/17098499-ar-520-active-ribbon-microphone) ## Best For - badaax enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted badaax brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Sleek Design:** Elevate your setup with a modern aesthetic that fits any professional environment. - • **Unleash Your Voice:** Experience unparalleled clarity with high sensitivity for every note. - • **Capture Every Detail:** Enjoy a wide frequency response that brings your sound to life. - • **Versatile Connectivity:** Easily connect to various devices for seamless recording. - • **Whisper-Quiet Performance:** Say goodbye to background noise with our low noise technology. ## Overview The AR 520 Active Ribbon Microphone is designed for professionals seeking high-quality audio capture. With its exceptional sensitivity, wide frequency response, and low noise operation, this microphone is perfect for studio recordings, live performances, and content creation. Its sleek design ensures it complements any workspace while delivering outstanding sound quality. ## Description BadAax AR 520 Active Ribbon Microphone ## Features - Bad Aax Model#AR520 ## Product Details - **Brand:** BadAax - **Connectivity Technology:** Bluetooth - **Included Components:** Microphone - **Polar Pattern:** Unidirectional - **Item Weight:** 8.25 Pounds - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 15.9 x 13.1 x 5.8 inches - **Power Source:** Corded Electric - **Manufacturer:** Bad Aax - **UPC:** 852661862295 ## Images ![AR 520 Active Ribbon Microphone - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51tgAfbpgjL.jpg) ![AR 520 Active Ribbon Microphone - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Q6ZDcTQPL.jpg) ![AR 520 Active Ribbon Microphone - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51o9sJVYwUL.jpg) ![AR 520 Active Ribbon Microphone - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7176YXd-64L.jpg) ![AR 520 Active Ribbon Microphone - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61yQ23l6KlL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐ BadAax, just plain BAD! *by M***G on March 31, 2017* I really wanted to like this microphone. First off, it came with zero documentation, none, not the slightest bit of printed matter in the box about how to use it or power requirements. It's billed as an Active Ribbon Microphone but it works with or without phantom power which is a bit disturbing.I compared it to my Royer 121, Nady RSM-4, Fab 56 and MXL R144 ribbon microphones using a reamped guitar track through a Mesa Boogie through a Celestion Vintage 30 speaker. I recorded each mic twice, the first time with each mic in exactly the same physical location. The second pass I moved each mic to get the brightest sound possible from the mic being used. The Royer sounded good on both takes, smooth, uniform, good amount of room in the sound but overall great rock tone. The Nady ($80 here on Amazon) was the closest challenger to the Royer, it's the best deal going in cheap ribbon mic. The MXL R144 and the Fab 56 dueled for second to the last place, the BadAax just sounded bad and came in last in every listen.With phantom power off I cranked the gain of the mic preamp up to around 51 dB and the mic matched other passive ribbons in level but the tone was horrible, muffled and dark. With phantom power ON I reduced the gain to around 25 dB to get the right level, using the active electronics like this made the mic sound like it was running through a bandpass filter with no low end and no high end, just a big wide midrange, like a cheap AM transistor radio from the 60's. It was not a tone any of us in the studio could imagine using for any recording, we finally concluded that maybe it was a bad microphone.The AR 520 has a heavy feel in your hand, the shock mount is one of the better quality type (not cheap formed steel), the mic came in a cute wooden felt-lined box inside a brief case WITH NO DOCUMENTATION. I've been recording for over 50 years so I know how to use the mic, I don't need that, what I would like is some specifications about the circuitry and why it works with or without phantom power.We voted the BadAax out of the studio, it's just plain BAD.Good music to all! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I get pristine quality sounds around 14-20khz goes great using xy pattern with a 57 *by A***R on August 23, 2016* Spectacular quality, I get pristine quality sounds around 14-20khz goes great using xy pattern with a 57. I love it, highly recommended. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars *by E***L on May 6, 2016* Good mic esp for the price! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/17098499-ar-520-active-ribbon-microphone](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/17098499-ar-520-active-ribbon-microphone) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*