GENESIS HE
Tube Vocal Microphone
The MXL Genesis Heritage Edition is designed to deliver lush, vintage-inspired vocal tone that sits effortlessly in any mix. Its Mullard 12AT7 tube and 32mm gold-sputtered diaphragm provide a full-bodied low end with smooth, airy highs, capturing every nuance with clarity and warmth. Perfect for lead vocals, acoustic instruments, or ensemble recording, the Genesis HE combines classic tube richness with modern reliability. With low-noise circuitry and thoughtful design, it offers a professional-grade recording experience suitable for home or commercial studios, ensuring every performance translates faithfully to the listener.
Use Case: Vintage-voiced tube mic for lead vocals, especially female vocals.
- Mullard 12AT7 tube for warm, low-noise performance
- 32mm gold-sputtered diaphragm for detailed, rich sound
- Smooth highs and controlled lows for balanced recordings
- Optimized for vocals and acoustic instruments
Type
Vacuum Tube Studio Condenser Microphone
Tube Type
Mullard 12AT7 or equivalent
Diaphragm
6 micron gold-sputtered
Frequency response
20 Hz – 20 kHz
Polar pattern
Cardioid
Equivalent noise
18 dB (A-weighted IEC 268-4)
Output Impedance
200 ohms
Pre-Attenuation switch
0 dB, -10 dB
High pass filter
6 dB/octave @ 150Hz
S/N Ratio
78 dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)
Size and weight
59mm x 240mm/2.32 in. x 9.45 in.
703g / 1.55 lbs
Power requirements
110/220 VAC, 50-60Hz/Dedicated power supply included
Max SPL for 0.5% THD
130 dB/140 dB (0dB, -10 dB pad)
Metal finish
Silver Frost with Chrome Grill
Included accessories
MXLGENESISHE Microphone
MXLPSGENESISHE
MXLPF004SS Pop Filter
MXLV69Cable – 15 ft. XLR Mogami® Microphone Cable
MXLV69Cable1 – 15 ft. 7-pin Mogami® Cable
MXLUSM001 Shock Mount
MXL Cleaning Cloth
Aluminum Case
- MXLGENESISHE Microphone
- MXLPSGENESISHE
- MXLPF004SS Pop Filter
- MXLV69Cable – 15 ft. XLR Mogami® Microphone Cable
- MXLV69Cable1 – 15 ft. 7-pin Mogami® Cable
- MXLUSM001 Shock Mount
- MXL Cleaning Cloth
- Aluminum Carrying Case
Polar Pattern
Frequency Chart
