Universal Audio (UA) has announced that its new UA Sphere DLX and Sphere LX microphones, which allow users to change mic type, polar pattern and other characteristics even after tracking, are now shipping worldwide.
Each UA Sphere condenser includes models of mics from Neumann, Telefunken, AKG, Sony. Dual Mode facilitates blended mic combinations, Realtime UAD processing is designed for lower-latency recording with Apollo interfaces, and presets are included.
Alongside the launch of the Standard Series and UA Bock microphones, UA also brought in noted modeling professional Chris Townsend to align the UAD plugin platform with its line of digital modeling microphones. “With our expertise in analog modeling for our UAD plug-in platform and Chris’ pedigree in capturing the sound of sought-after vintage studio mics, we knew we were on to something special,” says Bill Putnam Jr., CEO/founder of Universal Audio. “With the addition of new UA Sphere models to our mic line, we can inspire even more creators with legendary sound.”
The UA Sphere DLX offers emulations of 38 classic studio mics while the UA Sphere LX provides 20 mic models in a smaller package. Each is equipped with proprietary IsoSphere technology that’s designed to reduce room coloration, along with gold-sputtered diaphragms and stated low noise. Both include a shockmount, mic stand mount, cable and carrying case.
Pricing: Sphere DLX – $1,499 (USD); Sphere LX – $999 (USD).
