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PRODUCT GUIDE GUIDE 2009 2009<br />
MICROPHONES / / PREAMPS<br />
72<br />
Solaris<br />
Sputnik<br />
“It’s nice to fi nd a microphone that sounds clean and pure without severely coloring the<br />
signal one way or another. And very few microphones have such an elegant EQ response.<br />
At my studio, I have a pair of Sputnik microphones permanently installed over the piano.”<br />
—Patrick Leonard (Grammy-nominated producer; Madonna)<br />
Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Vacuum Tube<br />
Condenser Microphone<br />
M-<strong>Audio</strong>’s Sputnik ® mic signals the end of microphone envy. Based on a classic vacuum tube<br />
design and manufactured in modern facilities to exacting standards, this multi-pattern, largediaphragm<br />
studio condenser delivers the lush, classic sound normally associated with rare and<br />
expensive vintage mics like the U47 and C12. Sputnik’s combination of a military-grade vacuum<br />
tube, ultra-sensitive evaporated-gold 3-micron Mylar diaphragm, solid brass construction and<br />
multiple polar patterns makes it ideal for a wide variety of voices, instruments and applications.<br />
3-micron, evaporated-gold Mylar diaphragm<br />
solid brass backplate<br />
new old stock 6205M vacuum tube<br />
cardioid, fi gure-8 and omni polar patterns<br />
switchable 10dB (attenuation) pad<br />
switchable 80Hz high-pass fi lter<br />
“The Solaris mics were perfect for our guitars on the acoustic tour. It’s<br />
amazing to me that M-<strong>Audio</strong> has somehow managed to incorporate<br />
$5,000-microphone sound (comparable to any Neumann) in an<br />
affordable and accessible <strong>product</strong>! Well done, M-<strong>Audio</strong>.” —Seal<br />
“The Solaris is not only a great buy but also a<br />
proud addition to anyone’s recording arsenal.”<br />
—Remix<br />
“…the Luna really captured the punch and spittle of a raging<br />
Marshall cabinet, as well as the pick attack of a Larrivée jumbo<br />
acoustic.” —Guitar Player<br />
“The Sputnik sounds so close to my<br />
U47, it’s just astounding.” —Buddy Miller<br />
(Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter)<br />
solid brass body with polished nickel fi nish<br />
Large-Diaphragm Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone<br />
The Solaris large-diaphragm, multi-pattern, studio condenser microphone delivers the best-sounding Class-A solid-state electronics<br />
available at any price. Like the rest of the award-winning M-<strong>Audio</strong> ® nics<br />
microphone line, Solaris is designed in the USA and hand-assembled bled<br />
in limited quantities. Vintage design principles merge with incredibly tight state-of-the-art manufacturing standards to yield no more than +/- +/-<br />
1dB of variation from published curves across the entire 20Hz-20kHz frequency range. The industry’s thinnest evaporated-gold diaphragm agm<br />
mounted in a solid brass capsule delivers exceptional sensitivity and warmth. Multi-pattern architecture provides fl exibility that makes it ideal deal<br />
for just about any recording situation—including vocals, guitar, piano, drums and live events. It’s like having three mics in one.<br />
multi-pattern, side-address studio condenser microphone<br />
cardioid, omni and fi gure-8 patterns<br />
vintage sound, modern technology<br />
Class A FET electronics<br />
ultra-sensitive, 3-micron, 1.1” evaporated-gold diaphragm<br />
large, solid brass capsule<br />
switchable 10dB (attenuation) pad<br />
switchable low-frequency roll-off fi lter (6dB/octave at 125Hz) Hz)<br />
no more than +/-1dB variation from published curves<br />
phantom powered<br />
includes shock mount<br />
all Sputnik microphones exhibit no more than<br />
+/- 1dB variation from the published curves<br />
professional shockmount<br />
custom briefcase and cloth bag<br />
dedicated power supply with included 77-pin pin cable<br />
Luna II<br />
Professional Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone<br />
The M-<strong>Audio</strong> ® Luna ® “I’ve just always assumed that to be good, microphones had to<br />
be expensive, and preferably old. After using the Luna on a few<br />
sessions, I now know otherwise.”<br />
—Jeff Rona (fi lm composer; Black Hawk Down)<br />
II professional cardioid studio condenser microphone updates the award-winning Luna mic, acclaimed for superb<br />
sound and excellent performance. Designed in the USA and hand-assembled in limited quantities, Luna II delivers vintage look and sound<br />
combined with modern Class A, solid-state electronics for the best of both worlds. The large, 1.1” ultra-thin, 3-micron, evaporated-gold diaphragm<br />
with brass capsule captures nuances with incredible detail. The addition of a 10dB pad extends the maximum SPL to 140dB to handle just<br />
about any sound source. The inclusion of a switchable low-frequency roll-off fi lter rounds out a professional microphone that’s great for recording<br />
vocals, guitar, piano and more.<br />
single-pattern, side-address, cardioid<br />
studio condenser microphone<br />
vintage sound, modern technology<br />
Class A FET electronics<br />
ultra-sensitive, 3-micron, 1.1” evaporated-gold diaphragm<br />
large, solid brass capsule<br />
“Pros: Extremely versatile recording mic. Sturdy<br />
chassis. Sleek design. Cons: None.” —Remix<br />
switchable 10dB (attenuation) pad<br />
switchable low-frequency roll-off fi lter (6dB/octave at 125Hz)<br />
no more than +/-1dB variation from published curves<br />
phantom powered<br />
includes shock mount and wooden box<br />
Nova<br />
Large-Diaphragm<br />
Condenser Microphone<br />
Using manufacturing breakthroughs pioneered by M-<strong>Audio</strong>’s<br />
popular Luna ® and Solaris mics, the Nova ® Lar<br />
Co<br />
Usin<br />
popu<br />
cardioid<br />
redefi rede nes the entry level for studio-quality condenser<br />
micro microphones. The 1.1” evaporated-gold diaphragm mounted<br />
in a solid brass capsule ensures recordings that are faithful<br />
to th the source, and the Class A solid-state electronics are<br />
engin engineered for low noise, distortion and coloration.<br />
Aries<br />
Live Vocal Condenser Microphone<br />
The Aries professional condenser microphone is<br />
designed to capture high-quality live vocals. Internal<br />
shock-mounting allows Aries to deliver studio-quality<br />
sound while minimizing handling noise and standing up<br />
to the rigors of the road. Why settle for a dynamic mic<br />
when you can have the superior quality of a condenser?<br />
Pulsar II<br />
Small-Diaphragm Studio<br />
Condenser Microphone<br />
The redesigned Pulsar II small-diaphragm cardioid condenser<br />
microphone takes M-<strong>Audio</strong>’s pencil condenser technology to an even<br />
higher level. Designed in the U.S.A. by veteran engineers and handassembled<br />
to exacting standards, this precision microphone exhibits<br />
quality comparable to that of vintage classics. New features like 10dB<br />
pad and 80Hz high-pass fi lter switches, higher SPL than the original<br />
and a redesigned solid brass backplate deliver smooth, accurate sound<br />
in the studio and on stage. Pulsar II has many applications, including<br />
miking strings, woodwinds, acoustic guitar, percussion and more.<br />
“The Pulsar II combines a nice thick sound with detail<br />
and body—great for recording acoustic instruments.”<br />
—Joe Barresi (producer; Weezer, Tool, Bad Religion)<br />
Pulsar II Matched Pair<br />
Small-Diaphragm Studio Condenser Microphones<br />
The Pulsar II Matched Pair delivers a boxed set of Pulsar II smallcapsule<br />
condenser microphones that are within +/-1dB of<br />
each other—at no additional premium. Featuring a deluxe<br />
wooden box and stereo mounting bracket, the Pulsar II<br />
matched pair will breathe new life into stereo miking<br />
applications including piano, drum overheads<br />
and room recording.<br />
large-capsule cardioid condenser<br />
1.1” evaporated-gold diaphragm<br />
solid brass backplate<br />
Class A solid state electronics<br />
includes hard mount and soft case<br />
“If you’re on a tight budget, the Nova… rules.”<br />
—Guitar Player<br />
“… Aries features a wider frequency response than<br />
the majority of vocal stage condensers out there,<br />
and, like most M-<strong>Audio</strong> <strong>product</strong>s, is quite affordable<br />
for the quality.” —Performing Songwriter<br />
studio-quality condenser design<br />
internal shock mount and pop fi lter<br />
solid brass capsule with evaporated-gold diaphragm<br />
cardioid pattern for clarity and minimal feedback<br />
20Hz-20kHz frequency response<br />
“I really like the Pulsars on acoustic guitar. There’s a lot of<br />
reality in the midrange. And they get some really nice sound off<br />
the wood. They’re great mics with their own sound. They are<br />
not a copy of anything, and they don’t have that irritating 4-6k<br />
bump so many other small-diaphragm mics have.” —Buddy<br />
Miller (Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter)<br />
professional small-capsule<br />
condenser microphone<br />
3/4”-diameter, 6-micron Mylar<br />
evaporated-gold diaphragm<br />
thermal diaphragm treatment<br />
yields 2dB SPL boost over original<br />
solid brass backplate<br />
solid brass body<br />
Class A FET electronics<br />
switchable 10dB pad<br />
switchable 80Hz high-pass<br />
fi lter (12dB/octave)<br />
wooden storage box houses<br />
microphone, windscreen and clip<br />
PRODUCT GUIDE 2009<br />
MICROPHONES / PREAMPS 73
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