V88
Compact Vintage Tube Microphone
The MXL V88 is a compact, high-performance microphone designed to deliver beautifully balanced, detailed sound from any source. Whether recording voice-overs, acoustic guitars, drums, or capturing room ambiance, this microphone picks up every nuance with clarity. Its low-noise FET preamp and fully balanced transformerless output ensure clean, professional recordings. Standing under six inches tall, the V88 fits comfortably in any setup without compromising performance.
Use Case: Compact condenser for versatile recording applications.
- Compact Design: Less than six inches tall, perfect for tight spaces.
- Clear, Balanced Sound: Captures detailed, natural audio from vocals and instruments.
- Low-Noise FET Preamp: Ensures clean recordings with minimal background noise.
- Fully Balanced Transformerless Output: Reliable, distortion-free signal.
- Versatile Use: Ideal for voice-over, instruments, drums, and room capture.
Type
Pressure Gradient Studio Mic
Diaphragm
6 Micron Gold-Sputtered
Capsule Size
32mm/1.26 in.
Frequency response
20Hz – 20kHz
Polar pattern
Cardioid
Sensitivity
25 mV/Pa
Output Impedance
150 ohms
Equivalent Noise
14 dB (A-weighted IEC 651)
S/N Ratio
80 dB (Ref. 1 Pa A-weighted)
Max SPL for .5% THD
138 dB
Power Requirements
48V phantom power (+/- 4V)
Metal Finish
Nickel Plated
Weight
1 lb/498.95g
Size
53mm x 146mm/2.09 in. x 5.75 in.
V88 Microphone
MXL 06 Shock Mount
Cleaning Cloth Included
Vintage Style
The MXL V88 features a very well-thought-out “voice.” The low end is wonderful and full but without being overbearing and causing muddiness or unwanted overtones. The mid-range of this microphone is firm and makes voice-over work sound “correct” right out of the box. The top end of this microphone is detailed but not harsh and allows every nuance of an acoustic instrument to be heard but not hyped in any way. The sound quality, compact size, and solid construction make this a valuable addition to your microphone collection.
Polar Pattern
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