Coles Electroacoustics is a renowned British manufacturer of professional ribbon microphones and specialist audio products, with a heritage rooted in pioneering BBC microphone designs from the 1950s. Since acquiring the patents and production rights from Standard Telephones and Cables in 1972, Coles has continued to hand-build its iconic microphones in England, preserving their original specifications while refining production techniques. Best known for the legendary 4038 studio ribbon microphone and 4104 commentator’s microphone, Coles products are trusted worldwide by recording engineers, broadcasters, musicians, and commentators for their distinctive sound, durability, and exceptional performance.