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The MXL 990 Condenser Microphone stands out due to its high-quality FET preamp and large diaphragm, delivering professional-grade sound quality in both digital and analog formats. It's also known for its silky, high-end sound reproduction along with a tight, solid low and midrange performance.
Yes, the MXL 990 Condenser Microphone is ideal for both studio and on-location recording. Its superior sound quality and durability make it a reliable choice for various recording environments.
The MXL 990 Condenser Microphone comes with a shock mount and case for added convenience and protection during transportation and storage.
The large diaphragm in the MXL 990 Condenser Microphone allows for a greater pickup of sound, which contributes to the precise and clear audio it delivers. This makes it an excellent choice for capturing a wide range of frequencies, from high-end to low and midrange.
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Champagne
Pressure gradient condenser microphone
6 micron gold-sputtered
30 Hz - 20 kHz
Cardioid
15mV/Pa
200 ohms
20 dB (A-weighted IEC 268-4)
80 dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)
130 dB
Phantom Power 48V (+- 4V)
<3.0mA
2.36 x 5.11" (60 x 130mm)
1.2 lb (544.3g)
801813080643



From its inception, the MXL 990 Condenser Microphone has consistently set the bar in the audio industry. As the first high-quality condenser microphone accessible to working musicians, it has revolutionized the way sound is captured. Equipped with a Field Effect Transistor (FET) preamp and a large diaphragm, the MXL 990 delivers professional-grade sound quality in both digital and analog formats. This world-renowned condenser microphone is celebrated for its silky, high-end sound reproduction, coupled with a tight, solid low and midrange performance. Whether you're recording in a studio or on location, the MXL 990 Condenser Microphone, complete with a shock mount and case, ensures superior audio capture every time.