Stam Audio
Summary
Abstract
Stam Audio is a manufacturer of affordable clone/tribute gear including compressors, preamps, EQs, and microphones. The quality of the actual products is generally well-regarded, but the company is notorious for extremely long delivery times. Products include the SA-87 microphone, SA-23A compressor, Sontec EQ clone, and an API 312 variant with a tube input stage.
Key Characteristics
- Budget-oriented clones and tributes of classic gear
- Notorious for not delivering on time — long wait times are a recurring complaint
- Once gear arrives, quality is generally considered decent
- Product line spans microphones, compressors, EQs, and preamps
- The SA-87T microphone is well-liked for pop vocal recording
Use Cases
- Budget entry point into classic circuit designs
- The SA-87T stacks well and has nice top end for pop records
- The Sontec EQ clone has generated interest among those who like the original
Comparable Alternatives
| Gear | Notes |
|---|---|
| Audioscape | Better delivery reputation, faithful reproductions |
| Warm Audio | Similar price bracket, more readily available |
| Golden Age Project | Cheaper alternative for some products |
Common Mistakes
- Not factoring in the extremely long wait times when ordering
- Expecting immediate availability — this is a wait-and-hope operation
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Source Discussions
Community Insights
“It’s a shame Stam have been notorious for not delivering on time.” — David Fuller
“Stam audio SA87-T has been really good to me. Stacks really well and the top end is real nice for pop records.” — herbie
“I’ve never used any Stam and the long wait times have me wary.” — DarrenB