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    The V69ME has an aggressive, sharp presence peak of +7dB @ 11kHz, which rises from 0dB at 6kHz. The RK-47 capsule revoices this hyped high end with a much broader and flatter peak (+4dB @ 5kHz).

CardioidMXL V69 ME

Cardioid Tube Condenser Microphone

The MXL V69 is a large diaphragm tube condenser microphone with a fixed Cardioid polar pattern.

V69 ME CircuitIts circuit is somewhat unusual in that it is a 2-stage tube/fet design, with solid-state amplification following the initial tube stage. Moreover, it has a transistor-based impedance conversion circuit rather than a transformer on the output.

The circuit’s response contains high-frequency attenuation.

The capsule is MXL’s standard 32mm K67 type.

MXL began referring to the V69 as the “V69ME” (for “Mogami Edition”) in 2008/2009. No changes to the mic’s construction or components have been made since the socketed 12AT7 tube was introduced within this mic (replacing a soldered miniature tube).

The MXL V69 ME is also known as: V69ME, V69-ME.

The mic was released in 2002.

Specifications

Frequency Response - CardioidClick Graph to Compare!
V69 ME Cardioid Frequency Response Chart
Pickup Patterns Pads & Filters
Cardioid (22 mV/Pa; 20 - 18,000 Hz)
Capsule Dimensions Impedance SPL/Noise
Diaphragm diameter: 25mm
Capsule diameter: 32mm
Diaphragm gauge: 6 microns
200 Ohms (Low) Max SPL: 140 dB
Self-noise: 22.0 dB(A)
Weight Length Max Diameter Interface(s)
454g (16.01oz) 190mm (7.48'') 50mm (1.97'')
  • 3-pin XLR male (1)
Power Specifications
  • Includes tube power supply

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