V87
Extremely Low Noise Condenser Microphone
The MXL V87 is a high-quality large-diaphragm condenser microphone built for professional vocal and instrument recording. With a 32mm gold-sputtered capsule and ultra-low-noise circuitry, it delivers warm, detailed sound perfect for vocals, voiceover, podcasting, acoustic instruments, and streaming. The wide frequency response (20 Hz – 20 kHz) and cardioid polar pattern provide excellent focus and isolation, while the durable nickel-plated body and included accessories make it a go-to studio mic for any serious creator. Clean, clear, and consistently reliable, the V87 brings studio-grade performance to your home or pro setup.
Use Case: Large-diaphragm condenser for vocals, instruments, and content creation.
- Studio-Quality Sound: Ideal for vocals, acoustic guitar, podcasting, and voiceover.
- Large 32mm Gold-Sputtered Capsule: Captures rich detail with smooth highs and warm low end.
- Low-Noise Performance: Transformerless FET circuit with 85.5 dB S/N ratio.
- Cardioid Polar Pattern: Reduces background noise and focuses on your source.
- Built to Perform: Handles up to 136 dB SPL for loud sources.
- Ready Out of the Box: Includes shock mount, pop filter, and hard mount.
Type
Condenser microphone
Capsule
32mm capsule with Gold-sputtered, 6 micron diaphragm
Frequency response
20 Hz – 20 kHz
Polar pattern
Cardioid
Impedance
200 ohms
S/N Ratio
85.5 dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)
Max SPL for .5% THD
136 dB
Power requirements
48V Phantom power
Size and weight
47mm x 190mm / 1.66 in. x 7.48 in.
498.95g / 1.1lbs
Metal finish
Nickle plated
Included accessories
MXL PF-005-SS pop filter | USM -002 shock mount | V6-H hard mount
- MXL V87 Mic
- Metal Mesh Pop Filter
- Low Profile Shockmount
- Hard Mount Mic Stand Adapter
- Microfiber Cleaning Cloth
Vocal Mic
The V87 delivers the same vocal clarity and intimacy as some of our other mics but with a natural essence to the frequency response, making it appropriate for various voices and applications. The V87 is a go-to for critical vocal recording and has even found its way into Podcast and Voice Over setups for optimal voice capture.
Polar Pattern
Frequency Chart
