Overview
MXL 550/551 Microphone Ensemble
This all-in-one Recording Ensemble comes with the robust MXL 550 vocal condenser mic, delivering outstanding performance for both vocals and instruments, and the MXL 551 instrument microphone providing the dynamic range needed for acoustic guitars, drums, high-hat cymbals, pianos, percussion, stringed instruments, and more. A microphone pair that can cover all recording needs.
Features
- Perfect to use together—one for vocals, one for instruments
- FET preamp with balanced output and low noise
- Ideal for quality-oriented but budget-mindful musicians
Specifications
550 Tech Specs
- Type: Pressure gradient condenser microphone
- Frequency response: 30 Hz – 20 kHz
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Sensitivity: 15mV/Pa
- Impedance: 200 ohms
- S/N Ratio: 80 dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)
- Equivalent Noise: 20 dB (A-weighted IEC 268-4)
- Max SPL for 0.5% THD: 130dB
- Power requirment: 48V Phantom Power (+/- 4V)
- Current Consumption: <3.0mA
- Size and weight: 47mm x 170mm / 1.85 in. x 6.69 in. 362g / .8 lbs
- Metal finish: Red gloss, chrome accents
551 Tech Specs
- Type: Pressure gradient condenser microphone
- Frequency response: 30 Hz – 20 kHz
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Sensitivity: 15mV/Pa
- Impedance: 110 ohms
- S/N Ratio: 78 dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)
- Equivalent Noise: 20 dB (A-weighted IEC 268-4)
- Max SPL for 0.5% THD: 137dB
- Power requirment: 48V Phantom Power (+/- 4V)
- Current Consumption: <3.0mA
- Size and weight: 22mm x 134mm / 0.866142 in. x 5.275 in. 90g / .2 lbs
- Metal finish: Red gloss, chrome accents
In The Box
- MXL 550 mic
- MXL 551R mic
- Hard Mount Mic Stand Adapter
- Hard Mount Instrument Mic Adapter
- Rugged Carrying Case
