Chances of finding one that still works: practically zero. These are old.
All crystal elements deteriorate with heat and humidity.
Chuck N1LNH
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Date: Wednesday, May 01, 2002 3:13 PM
Subject: +AFs-Vintage-Audio+AF0- Astatic J-30 Crystal Microphone Wanted
+AD4-I am looking for an Astatic J-30 Crystal Mic
+AD4-(bullet shape)
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+AD4-these came in a crystal and dynamic version
+AD4-and in narrow and wide frequency response versions.
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+AD4-I want the wide range version...which is probably also the crystal
+AD4-element mic.
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+AD4-reasonable price please based on condition.
+AD4-cosmetics and cord not a barrier
+AD4-.. original element in working condition is desired of course.
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+AD4-will take untested or untestable mic if cheap.
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+AD4-Larry radioman+AEA-jps.net
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