JAN TRAFAS
Recording & Mix Engineer • Drummer • Producer
Inventory List

AKG D19C
Vintage dynamic cardioid microphone, best known for its use in EMI Studios during The Beatles’ sessions. It has a warm, mid-focused sound with a natural roll-off in the highs, making it ideal for drums and acoustic instruments. The compact size and rugged design gave it versatility both in studio and broadcast environments.

AKG P2
Modern dynamic microphone designed for bass instruments, kick drum, and low-frequency sources. It delivers a tailored frequency response with a strong low-end boost and a presence peak, cutting through dense mixes. Rugged construction and affordability make it a reliable workhorse for live and studio applications alike.

Beyer Soundstar X1N HLM
Vintage dynamic microphone gently resembling the MD421 in shape but with a smoother, more woody character. Popular in European broadcast and live sound applications of its era, it has since found new life in studios seeking unique vocal tones. Its build is solid and roadworthy, with a tonal balance leaning slightly toward warmth.

Calrad DM‑12
A Japanese-made dynamic microphone distributed by California Radio Supply. It delivers a lo-fi, colored tone that can add character to vocals, harmonicas, or guitar amps. Lightweight and simple in design, it was originally marketed for public address but has become a sought-after oddity in studios for its distinct sonic texture.

Sennheiser MD421HN (2x)
Iconic large-diaphragm dynamic microphones, early white-body models highly prized for their rarity and sound quality. They offer extended frequency response and a powerful low-end, making them staples for toms, brass, and guitar cabinets. The script-logo versions are especially valued by engineers for their smoothness compared to later iterations.

Shure SM57
No need for introduction.

VNIIRPA MKE‑04
(Lomo Cardioid Capsule) A rare small-diaphragm condenser developed in the Soviet Union, inspired by Neumann’s KM series. It has a clear, natural midrange response and performs well on acoustic instruments and overheads. Though not widely exported, it embodies the Soviet approach to reverse-engineering Western studio tools, offering unique coloration compared to German originals.

Audio Technica ATH M50x

Beyerdynamic DT‑770 Pro

Beyerdynamic DT‑990 Pro

Yamaha HS5

Audient iD4
Interface & Monitor Controller

Behringer X18 X-Air
Wireless‑Controlled 16‑channel Digital Mixer

Radial Workhorse 3‑slot
500-series Chassis

Lindell 6x500 (3x)
500-series Microphone Preamp & Pultec Style EQ (Modded with real 1970s API Op‑Amps)

Squier Affinity Stratocaster
Lake Placid Blue, Maple Fingerboard

Harley Benton D-200CE-12NT
12-string Electro-Acoustic Guitar

Ludwig Acrolite Snare Drum
Aluminium 14” x 6.5”

Ludwig Standard S-320 Bass Drum
Gold Astro Outfit - 22” x 14” Bass Drum

Ludwig Standard S-320 Tom-Tom
Gold Astro Outfit - 12” x 8” Tom-Tom

Ludwig Standard S-320 Tom-Tom
Gold Astro Outfit - 13” x 9” Tom-Tom

Ludwig Standard S-320 FloorTom
Gold Astro Outfit - 16” x 16” Floor Tom

Pearl Cowbell
Black, durable steel cowbell with sharp tone.

Pearl Clave
Orange wooden clave with high-pitched click.

Meinl HCS Trash Stack
12" Quick, trashy stack with short decay.

Paiste PST7 Splash
10 Bright splash with fast response.

Meinl Byzance Extra Dry Hats
14” Earthy, dry-sounding hi-hats with minimal wash.

Amedia Classic Series China
18" Bright, trashy china with cutting attack.

Meinl Byzance Extra Thin Jazz Ride
20” Responsive ride with airy sustain.

Sabian HHX Complex Ride
22” Dark, complex ride with modern definition.

Zildjian A Series Splash
10" Classic splash with clean accents.

Zildjian A Custom Hats
13" Bright, fast hi-hats with crisp chick.

Paiste Twenty Crash/Ride
18” Hybrid cymbal for crash and ride applications.

Zildjian K Sweet Ride
21” Warm, full-bodied ride with strong crashability.