Mojave Audio, a company founded by David Royer (known for his work with ribbon microphones), announces the new MA-50 large-diaphragm transformerless condenser microphone.
The new MA-50 utilizes the identical capsule as found in the company’s MA-200 and MA-201fet models, handling transients up to 140dB.
The microphone’s transient response and its ability to handle high SPLs make the MA-50 a versatile model: one that is well suited to capturing vocal performances, voiceovers, acoustic instruments, Foley / ADR, as well as percussion instruments and use as drum overheads.
The new MA-50 utilizes a large-diaphragm, fixed-cardioid polar pattern design. The microphone incorporates a 3-micron capsule, employs transformerless circuitry that results in a low noise floor.
Dusty Wakeman, president of Mojave Audio, commented on the company’s new MA-50 Large-Diaphragm Transformerless Condenser Microphone.
“The new MA-50 is an incredibly versatile mic that continues the company’s new design aesthetic as premiered by our recently introduced MA-1000. The combination of low self-noise, great transient response, and high SPL handling capability make this mic an excellent choice for a wide range of recording applications. As a result, it’s equally at home in the professional studio as it is the home project studio. I genuinely believe the combination of features and affordability will make the MA-50 one of our most popular microphones going forward.”
The Mojave Audio MA-50 carries an MSRP of $495 and will become available late Q4, 2015. The microphone ships with a shock mount that provides isolation.
Visit Mojave Audio at NAMM Booth 6979, Hall A