MXL 2006 Large Gold Diaphragm Condenser Microphone with MXL-57 Shock Mount and Carrying Case

by MXL

Product Features

• Class "A" Circuitry
• 32mm Condenser Capsule
• Gold-sputtered, 6 micron, low distortion diaphragm
• FET preamp with balanced transformerless output
• Supplied with MXL 57 high isolation shock mount

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11.8 x 3.5 x 7.5 inches ; 2.9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0006UGE9K
• Item model number: MXL-2006
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #15,896 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)
  • #65 in Musical Instruments > Recording Equipment > Microphones > Condenser Microphones > Multipurpose

Product Description

Following in the footsteps of the highly successful MXL 2001 the 2006 is a Large Diaphragm, Gold Sputtered true “Class A“ FET condenser microphone. A sweet and silky sounding microphone that is perfect for vocal and instrument recording alike. Comes with Hi-Isolation shock mount and rugged, deluxe carrying case.

Type: Condenser pressure gradient mic with large 25mm diaphragm capsule Frequency Range: 30Hz-20kHz Polar Pattern: Cardioid Sensitivity: 18mV/Pa Impedance: 150W S/N Ratio: 78dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted) Equivalent Noise Level: 16dB (A weighted IEC 268-4) Max SPL for 0.5% THD: 130dB Power Requirements: Phantom Power 48V ±4V Current Consumption: <3mA Size: 50mm x 190mm Weight: 1.3lb Metal Finish: Silver

Frequency Response Polar Pattern

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good mic for the money, September 2, 2005

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Freddy - See all my reviews

This review is from: MXL 2006 Large Gold Diaphragm Condenser Microphone with MXL-57 Shock Mount and Carrying Case (Electronics)

I got it for a locution actually, and it's a very good mic. Could be better with a right preamp though, at least better than mine, but from money/quality aspects is a very nice mic with clear response and even nice looking :)

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bang for the Buck, March 23, 2006

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Vincent Schoneburg (Florida, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: MXL 2006 Large Gold Diaphragm Condenser Microphone with MXL-57 Shock Mount and Carrying Case (Electronics)

This microphone is as good as my previous audiotechnica mic which cost me 200 dollars more... the store where it came from, musicianfriend has other great offers as well and the mic, by the way, was delivered very fast.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great microphone for the money., February 25, 2010

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Matt Horning "drevil55" (Wichita, Kansas United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: MXL 2006 Large Gold Diaphragm Condenser Microphone with MXL-57 Shock Mount and Carrying Case (Electronics)

I had only used dynamic microphones before, and was always annoyed at the clicking when you turn them on and off, and the level of buzz I'd hear when I turned up the volume very far. I'd have to put my mouth right on top of it to have it loud enough without the awful static. I decided I needed a condenser microphone, but since music production is just a hobby, I didn't want to spend a lot of money. This microphone absolutely blew me away.

Pros:
*Since there's no on-off switch, there's no clicking which is nice.
*It comes with a shock mount which eliminates the noise when you move the microphone around. It was always really noisy to try to move the mic when I wasn't using a shock mount, but this makes it really handy.
*Absolutely amazing sensitivity. I can't overstate this enough, this microphone picks up EVERYTHING. I turned it up a quarter of the way on my mixer when it was pointed towards the center of my room, and I could hear my clock ticking, cars passing by, and even the words from the television in the other room. It was crazy.
*No static when it's up at levels high enough to pick up background noise.

Cons:
*The description didn't specifically address this, but just so you know, this microphone does NOT come with an XLR cable, you'll need to buy one separately.
*My previous dynamic microphone didn't pick up a lot of background noise, so when I'd play my midi drum pad, I couldn't ever hear the noise. With this one, you definitely can. Noises you wouldn't think would pick up absolutely do, so keep that in mind. It's not really a con, but it's certainly something to be aware of.

Summary:
This is an excellent microphone, and you absolutely can't go wrong with it (especially for the price). Also, in case you don't know, condenser microphone are VERY sensitive to moisture, so a pop filter is a must!