This all-in-one Recording Ensemble delivers outstanding performance for both vocals and instruments. Ideal for quality-oriented but budget-mindful musicians, the
MXL 550/551R Ensemble includes the MXL 550 and MXL 551. The MXL 550 is a robust vocal condenser microphone with exceptional clarity and tonal quality. The MXL 551 instrument microphone provides the dynamic range needed for acoustic guitars, drums, high-hat cymbals, pianos, percussion, stringed instruments and more.

Technical Specs

MXL 550

• Type: Pressure gradient condenser microphone
• Capsule Size: 22mm/1.26 in.
• Frequency Response: 30Hz - 20kHz
• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Sensitivity: 15mV/Pa
• Output Impedance: 200 ohms
• Equivalent noise: 20 dB (A-weighted IEC 268-4)
• S/N Ratio: 80 dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)
• Max SPL for .5% THD: 130 dB
• Power Requirements: 48V phantom power (+/- 4V)
• Current Consumption:
• Size: 47mm x 170mm/1.85 in. x 6.69 in.
• Weight: 0.8 lbs /362.87g
• Metal Finish: Red with chrome grill

• Type: Pressure gradient condenser microphone
• Frequency Response: 30Hz - 20kHz
• Polar pattern: Cardioid
• Sensitivity: 15mV/Pa
• Output Impedance: 110 ohms
• Equivalent noise: 20 dB (A-weighted IEC 268-4)
• S/N Ratio: 78 dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)
• Max SPL for .5% THD: 137 dB
• Power Requirements: 48V Phantom Power (+/- 4V)
• Current Consumption:
• Size: 22mm x 134mm/.87 in. x 5.25 in.
• Weight: 0.2 lbs/90.72g
• Metal Finish: Red with chrome grill