M-Audio Luna microphone $199

If you are recording vocals, spoken word, pianos or anything else that you want a true natural sound then reach for the Luna. This large diaphragm condenser mic is packed with modern technology in a classic housing. This is the mic you will keep reaching for.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Top Features:

• inexpensive large capsule cardioid condenser
• 1.1" evaporated gold diaphragm
• solid brass capsule
• class A solid state electronics
• all Luna microphone exhibits no more than +/- 1db variation from each other

Who says beauty is only skin deep? The new M-Audio Luna professional condenser microphone is truly a work of art inside and out. Luna delivers vintage look and sound combined with modern electronics for the best of both worlds. The large diaphragm cardioid design is perfect for professionally capturing vocals, guitar, piano and just about anything else. Simply put, Luna eclipses the competition.

• single-pattern cardioid condenser
• large solid brass capsule
• 1.1" evaporated gold diaphragm
• +/- 1dB tolerance across entire frequency range
• vintage sound, modern technology
• Class A FET electronics
• includes shock mount and hard case
• frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
• sensitivity: 16 mV/Pa (-36dBV)
• max. SPL for 0.5% THD: 130dB
• equivalent noise level: 14dB (A-weighted)
• output impedance: 200 ohms
• recommended load impedance: > 1,000 ohms
• power requirement: 48-volt phantom power
• connector: 3-pin male XLR
• size/weight: 8-1/4" (h) x 3" (w) x 2" (d); 1.4 lbs.