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CardioidMXL V67I

MSRP: $199 Cardioid Condenser Microphone

MXL V67I

Description

  • Two switch-selectable 25mm (1'') Large Capsules (one warm and one bright)
  • Solid state preamp with balanced transformer output
  • Gold plated grill
  • Selectable pad and roll-off filter
  • Comes with mic clip and wooden storage case

A large, dual diaphragm version of the V67G, this mic is unique in that it has two selectable cardioid capsules — not for the purpose of providing multiple pickup patterns, but simply different EQ curves. The front capsule has a warm, dark tone, whereas the back has a brighter and airer sound.

The frequency response chart shows a significant difference in response between the two capsules, with the “bright” capsule being attenuated a few dB below 200 Hz and having a pronounced presence peak (possible +10dB) at 9kHz. In contrast, the “warm” capsule is relatively flat above 30 Hz.

A red LED inside the headbasket indicates which capsule is in use.

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Pickup Patterns Pads & Filters
  • Cardioid (30 - 20,000 Hz)
  • Pad: -6dB (Via Switch)
  • Filter: HPF @ ~125Hz (Via Switch)
Diaphragm size Impedance Max SPL
25mm (0.98'') 200 Ohms (Low (50-1000 Ohms)) 140 dB
Weight Length Max Diameter Interface(s)
590g (20.81oz) 184mm (7.24'') 47mm (1.85'')
  • 3-pin XLR male (1)
Power Specifications
  • Requires Phantom Power
  • Phantom voltage: 48v

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