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5-year warranty & 30-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
10-year warranty & 60-day money-back guarantee included
If you decide your order isn't suitable for any reason you can return it - just let us know within 30 days of receiving it. Please keep hold of all the original packaging until you're sure you want to keep the order.
Eligibility for Money Back Guarantee
Important: For hygiene and software licensing reasons, some items are only eligible for our Money Back Guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging with all software still "unregistered." Details of exclusions are shown within the product descriptions. Products include:
- Monitors and Headphones
- Earplugs and Ear Protection
- Reeds and mouthpieces for woodwind and brass instruments
- Mouth and Lip-Care Products
- CDs, DVDs and Software
We can collect your return for a small fee, or you can send it back to us yourself. The collection fee can be found in the returns information on each product's page on Gear4music.
In the unlikely event that any item in this order is faulty, damaged or incorrect on receipt, notify us within 14 days and we'll arrange a free collection.
When returning an order please ensure products are appropriately packaged and protected, to prevent them from getting damaged.
This table provides an overview of your statutory consumer rights, compared with our standard returns policy and optional extended money back guarantee and warranty.
| UK & Europe | EU Standard | Gear4music Standard | Gear4music Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Period | 14 days | 30 days | up to 180 days |
| Standard delivery charges refunded? | Yes | Yes | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Upgraded delivery charges refunded? | Standard costs only | Standard costs only | Standard costs only |
| Free collection on cancellation | No | No | Yes, up to 30 days |
| Free collection if defective, delivered damaged or incorrect item | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 14 days | Yes, within 30 days |
We are unable to accept returns of any custom made items designed to work together as a unique package and some items are only eligible for money back guarantee if they are returned to us unused and sealed in the original packaging. For full information on our returns policy, please refer to our returns and refunds information guide.
The product price includes 5 years' warranty and 30 day money back guarantee.
However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers.
The highlights of this enhanced warranty service are:
Please note that this extended warranty is currently only available on products sold within the UK, EU or EEA, and is subject to the terms and conditions as detailed on the extended warranty certificate provided.
For customers in outlying areas of the country, the price of the Extended Warranty may be marginally higher, due to the potential for higher collection and redelivery transport costs.
This enhanced warranty is in addition to the standard Gear4music and manufacturer warranty policies, and the Gear4music terms and conditions of trade. No statement or condition of sale contained within these terms affects or restricts your statutory rights as defined under the Consumer Contracts Regulation 2014.
Key Features
The Warm Audio Fen-tone Ribbon Mic is a modern recreation of a classic 1950s ribbon microphone, designed for musicians, producers, and engineers who want the iconic ribbon sound with added versatility. Built with a custom Japanese ribbon, a CineMag USA output transformer, and a rare-earth Neodymium magnet, it delivers smooth, rich midrange and warm low-end response. Its figure-8 polar pattern captures sound evenly from the front and back while rejecting side noise, making it perfect for detailed instrument recordings.
Product Ref: 327029
The Fen-tone takes inspiration from the most sought-after ribbon microphones of the last 30 years while incorporating key component upgrades for improved clarity and durability. At its core, a custom corrugated Japanese ribbon and a CineMag USA output transformer work together to deliver the classic warmth and smoothness ribbon mics are known for.
This combination makes the Fen-tone an excellent choice for capturing the full-bodied sound of electric guitars, the natural depth of acoustic instruments, and the rich harmonics of brass and string sections. Its ability to handle high sound pressure levels without distortion ensures that loud sources maintain detail and character.
One of Fen-tone’s standout features is its integrated 26 dB JFET in-line preamp, providing clean analog gain for setups that need extra signal boost. This preamp is perfect for users plugging into underpowered audio interface preamps, ensuring that the mic delivers full tonal depth without signal degradation.
The preamp circuit is true bypass, meaning it does not interfere with the mic’s passive ribbon circuit when switched off. This allows users to choose between active or passive operation depending on their setup, offering flexibility for a variety of recording environments.
The Fen-tone features a figure-8 polar pattern, meaning it picks up sound from the front and back while rejecting noise from the sides. This pattern is ideal for capturing room ambience, stereo miking techniques, and recording two musicians facing each other with minimal bleed.
Perfect for recording vocals, pianos, or orchestral arrangements; the figure-8 pattern ensures a balanced, spacious sound. The mic’s ability to naturally roll off high-end frequencies results in a smooth, forgiving tone that tames harshness while preserving essential detail.
Every Fen-tone microphone undergoes rigorous inspection and testing at Warm Audio’s headquarters in Austin, Texas, ensuring consistent quality. The mic comes with a protective sock, a durable mic clip, and a heavy-duty carrying case, offering professional-grade protection and portability.
The stereo pair option (available seperately) includes two mics, each with its own protective sock and clip, making it a cost-effective alternative to higher-priced ribbon mic pairs. Ideal used for tracking instruments, room ambience, or detailed stereo recordings; Fen-tone provides premium sound quality at a fraction of the cost of vintage ribbon microphones.
