



Milab Microphones VIP-50
Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone
The VIP-50 is a premium multipattern FET condenser microphone intended for critical studio applications.
The mic uses Milab’s trademark rectangular capsule, the Model 2700. This is a two-piece, dual-diaphragm capsule capable of producing multiple polar patterns. The diaphragm material is Mylar, metallized with aluminum.
A switch on the front of the mic body enables selection of 5 polar patterns:
- Omnidirectional
- Wide Cardioid
- Cardioid
- Hypercardioid
- Bidirectional
A second switch enables selection of a high-pass filter: none (flat), 200Hz, or 500Hz. A third switch enables a pad: 0dB, -10dB, -20dB.
The mic’s Cardioid pattern is extremely consistent through ±60°. Above 1kHz, the pickup pattern widens slightly, and a rear lobe develops as the mic becomes somewhat less directional at higher frequencies.
The VIP-50 includes a unique ball-in-socket stand adapter and a foam windscreen. Prior to 2011, the mic and accessories were delivered in a padded black leatherette case. Beginning in 2011, the mic ships in a padded SKB case.
The VIP-50 is available singly or in matched pairs, and includes an individual frequency-response chart.
A very few gold-plated VIP-50 microphones are produced as a part of an annual Milab promotion called the “Golden Microphone Award.”
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The mic was released in 1983.
Specifications
Pickup Patterns | Pads & Filters |
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Omnidirectional
(14 mV/Pa; 40 - 16,000 Hz) Cardioid (14 mV/Pa; 40 - 16,000 Hz) Hypercardioid (14 mV/Pa; 40 - 16,000 Hz) Bidirectional (14 mV/Pa; 40 - 16,000 Hz) Wide Cardioid (14 mV/Pa; 40 - 16,000 Hz) |
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Capsule Dimensions | Impedance | SPL/Noise |
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Diameter n/a |
200 Ohms (Low) | Max SPL: 132 dB Self-noise: 19.0 dB(A) |
Weight | Length | Max Diameter | Interface(s) |
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400g (14.11oz) | 170mm (6.69'') | n/a |
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Power Specifications |
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