What kind of mic is MXL 990?
Condenser
MXL 990/Type
MXL 990 Large-Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone (Champagne) Styled in a champagne finish, the MXL 990 is a large-diaphragm condenser mic made to give home-based producers, musicians, and vocalists a cool, vintage-looking mic that sounds good and sits comfortably below the triple-digit price point.
What polar pattern does a condenser microphone have?
cardioid
The most common microphone polar pattern, and the one used by every PreSonus condenser microphone is called “cardioid.” The word “cardioid” is derived from the Greek word for “heart.” A cardioid polar pattern means the microphone primarily picks up sound within an area that is roughly heart-shaped when shown on a two- …
What size is the MXL 990?
60mm x 130mm
Size and weight 60mm x 130mm / 2.36 in. x 5.11 in.
What is the diameter for MXL 990?
2.4 in.
990 Condenser Microphone With Shockmount Specifications: Diameter: 2.4 in. Length: 5.11 in. Weight: 1.2 lb.
Are MXL Mics any good?
Conclusion. The MXL 990 is a fine balance of quality and affordability. It receives generally favorable reviews from professional and hobbyist users alike, and in no way sounds worse than any similarly-priced mics in its range.
What polar pattern is best for acoustic guitar?
cardioid polar pattern
When using one microphone, a cardioid polar pattern generally yields the best result by allowing for a combination of sound from the guitar’s soundhole and fretboard.
How much does MXL 990 weigh?
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| This item: MXL 990 Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone $ 74 .95 + FREE Shipping 4 reviews | |
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| Color | Champagne |
| Connector | XLR |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs. |
| Included Accessories | Shockmount, Mic Stand Adapter, Hardshell Case |
What kind of MIC is the MXL 990?
As a part of MXL’s “900 Series,” this mic is distributed exclusively by Guitar Center and its various online sales divisions. As a vocal mic, the MXL 990 produces a subjectively neutral and nicely balanced sound with just a hint of high-end sizzle that can help out vocalists who have difficulty getting the definition they need.
Where is the small diaphragm capsule on the MXL 990?
The small-diaphragm capsule is the same as is found in most of MXL’s small-diaphragm mics, including the 603S/604 and MCA SP-1. In the 990 (and SP-1), the capsule is mounted within a brass baffle ring that affects the capsule’s frequency response and polar pattern.
When did MXL switch to surface mount circuit board?
Beginning in Q1-2013, MXL transitioned the 990 circuit board to a surface-mount design, making the mic a poor candidate for DIY circuit upgrades, unless the entire circuit board is replaced with this MXL 990 PCB upgrade kit. The photo at right shows the surface-mount 990 circuit board.