A rare, authentic folklore recording—especially uncommon in Japan.
Vocals begin around 0:25.
Can you hear the difference between our studio mic P-86S and a microphone that costs roughly 30–40× more?

Recorded with two stereo pairs of omnidirectional mics only (ZOOM F4).
Our studio mic “X-86S (Mini XLR version)” was placed at a sweet spot between the violin and piano zones.
Bandoneon and double bass were mixed using the Sennheiser MKE-2.

Recorded at Mikiyama Forest Hall (Hyogo), known for its beautiful forest backdrop.
Recorded using only the P-86S.
Notice the excellent blend of the instruments’ natural resonance and the hall’s air.

Also recorded at Mikiyama Forest Hall.
Using only the P-86S.
The harmonics of the strings are captured beautifully.

Recorded with the X-86S (Mini XLR version) using a flute made entirely of pure gold.
Due to production constraints it was tuned to 432 Hz—and as expected of a professional flutist, they performed at 432 Hz with excellent control.
Please listen for the accuracy of transient attack in the high register.

Recorded using only plug-in power with the P-86S.
Delicate nuances of a solo violin.
Even the decay of the hall tone is captured clearly.

A live harpsichord recording using the X-86S (Mini XLR version).
Recorded from a fairly close on-mic position.
This was captured with a prototype at the time, but the current model has improved sound quality even further.

Recorded using only plug-in power with the P-86S.
The piano is a legendary YAMAHA S400B.
Piano is one of the most demanding instruments for evaluating microphone performance.

Recorded using only plug-in power with the P-86S.
Someone who grew up in snowy regions commented, “It’s unbelievably real.”
Tiny details of snow within the silence.
The sound changes dramatically depending on moisture content and temperature.
This is a recent recording that also served as an operation test in extreme cold at -18°C.

Nostalgic Onomichi.
As systems become increasingly electronic in recent years, oil-powered boats are becoming rare.
Recorded using my personal favorite recorder, the TASCAM DR-100MKIII, and plug-in power with the P-86S only.
An immersive presence that feels like you can even sense the smell of the place.

Kotaro’s Note Recorded using only the TASCAM DR-100MKIII and plug-in power with the P-86S.
The ropeway up to Senkoji—an essential part of Onomichi sightseeing.
Reflections inside the gondola, and the mechanical drive noise.
The cabin environment is reproduced in full detail.
Doesn’t it feel like a scene from a movie?

Recorded with official permission using the DR-05 and plug-in power with the P-86S.
The raw energy of fire and iron.
*Please mind the volume.

Stereo pair recording with an X-86S prototype model (the current model has improved sound quality) and the ZOOM F3.
We packed the atmosphere of overseas as-is.
The squeaks of the Kuranda Scenic Railway and onboard announcements on a bus in Cairns.

You can hear the low-frequency reproduction of the P-86S / X-86S here.
The deep, surging sub-bass on Iwako Island can’t be fully reproduced on smartphone speakers—please use headphones.

[Volume Warning] These sources contain very high peak levels.
You can evaluate SPL handling and fast transient response.
The cinematic thunder track is a mix using an X-86S prototype model and a parabolic microphone system.
The hunting rifle sound in Hokkaido was recorded using only the P-86S and the ZOOM H1 essential.
*The rifle shots were handled by a licensed professional hunter in an appropriate location in accordance with the law.