MXL R144 HE Heritage Edition Dynamic Ribbon Microphone w/Shock Mount & Case

R144-HE - Heritage Edition Ribbon Microphone with Shock Mount and Case

Ribbon microphones are known for their rich, warm sound and have been used to capture some of the most legendary recordings in history. The MXL R144 ribbon microphone delivers a creamy smooth sound with incredibly natural characteristics. The R144 microphone has a figure-8 polar pattern which is perfect for recording guitars, vocals, brass, and any source material that benefits from the warm, silky characteristics of a ribbon mic. The Heritage Edition includes a stunning frost silver and gold finish on the R144, a matching shockmount, protective flight case, and cleaning cloth. After you experience the R144 for the first time, it will expand your sonic palate and be a valuable addition to your microphone collection.


Features:

• Metal Finish: Silver Frost body and Chrome Grill
• Classic ribbon sound with a rich smooth midrange
• Figure-8 polar pattern that captures instruments and room sound
• High SPL capability—ideal for horns and electric guitars
• Custom silver and gold finish with matching accessories
• Great mic to broaden the tonal palette of your sound
• Type: Ribbon Velocity Microphone
• Ribbon Element: 1.8-micron aluminum ribbon
• Ribbon Length: 47mm
• Frequency Range: 20Hz -17kHz
• Polar Pattern: Figure-8
• Sensitivity: -56 dB (0 dB=1V/Pa)
• Impedance: 250 ohms
• Rated Load Impedance: >1500 Ohms
• Max SPL for 0.1% THD: >130 dB @1 kHz
• Size: 47mm x 171mm/1.85 in. x 6.75 in.
• Weight: 400g/0.85 lbs