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MXL VO: 1-A

Cardioid Condenser Microphone

The VO:1-A is a large-diaphragm FET condenser designed for voiceover use. It is part of MXL’s signature series, and is sold direct by Harlan Hogan.

The mic uses a 32mm capsule with a 25mm diaphragm of 6-micron Mylar. It is center-terminated design, and is presumed to be one of MXL’s K67 derivatives.

The amplifier circuit uses through-hole components, and has a transistor (transformerless) output.

The published frequency-response graph is identical to that of the MXL 2006, which shares the VO: 1-A’s body and grille.

The mic ships with a ring mount, a shockmount, spare elastic bands, a fleece storage pouch, a 15-foot Marshall cable, and a foam-lined travel case. Hogan’s “Voiceover Essentials” website offers a 30-day trial period, and a 3-year warranty.

Radio and Production, 2010

[T]he VO:1- A is noticeably quieter than the Audio Technica AT2020…

[T]he VO:1-A is not is not a color-free microphone. It does have a personality, one that I found in most cases to be flattering on voiceover tracks. The combination of solid but controlled low end along with some high-end sheen was usually exactly what the doctor ordered.

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The mic was released in 2010.

Specifications

Frequency Response - CardioidClick Graph to Compare!

Pickup Patterns	Pads & Filters
Cardioid (18 mV/Pa; 30 - 20,000 Hz)

Capsule Dimensions	Impedance	SPL/Noise
Diaphragm diameter: 25mm Capsule diameter: 32mm Diaphragm gauge: 6 microns	150 Ohms (Low)	Max SPL: 130 dB Self-noise: 16.0 dB(A)

Weight	Length	Max Diameter	Interface(s)
590g (20.81oz)	183mm (7.20'')	n/a	3-pin XLR male (1)

Power Specifications
Requires phantom power

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