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Audio Buddy & 990/991 Package

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Overview

A 2-channel preamp with individual gain plus 2 mics” one for vocals, one for instruments.

The M-Audio Audio Buddy Preamp and MXL 990/991 Microphone Package gives you the key hardware to capture both vocals and instruments at a very wallet-friendly price. This is a great package if you're trying to create a home studio on a budget.

Audio Buddy Preamp
The 2-channel, ultra-quiet M-Audio Audio Buddy preamp offers the features and performance you need to track great-sounding music in your computer. Each channel offers individually adjustable gain, a balanced XLR with phantom power or a 1/4" instrument level input, and independent 1/4" outputs (unbalanced or balanced TRS). The direct box functionality of the M-Audio preamp allows high impedance signals from sources such as guitars or basses for recording with optimal results.

MXL 990/MXL 991 Recording Mic Package
The MXL 990/MXL 991 Recording Mic Package is a 2-microphone kit with the latest in MXL's range of studio condenser microphones. The 990 has silky, sweet high end and a tight solid bass, perfect for recording vocals. The 991 is a superior instrument microphone designed for recording acoustic guitar and drum overheads. Both have gold-sputtered diaphragms (20mm) creating a professional sound perfectly suited for digital and analog recording. The MXL 990/MXL 991 Recording Mic Package includes a high-impact carrying case and mic stand adapters.

Features

Audio Buddy Preamp
  • Ultra-quiet 2-channel preamp
  • Each channel offers individually adjustable gain
  • Balanced XLR with phantom power or a 1/4" instrument level input
  • Independent 1/4" outputs (unbalanced or balanced TRS)
  • Direct box functionality
MXL 990/MXL 991 Recording Mic Package
  • The 990 for vocals with silky highs and tight, solid lows
  • The 991 for acoustic guitars and drum overheads
  • gold-sputtered diaphragms for a professional sound
  • Comes with carrying case and mic stand adapters
  • Suited for digital and analog recording
Specs

Audio Buddy & 990/991 Package Specifications:

Audio Buddy Preamp
  • Frequency response: 5Hz-50kHz, +0, -3dB
  • Mic gain: 60dB maximum
  • Mic input impedance: 1k?
  • Guitar gain: 40dB maximum
  • Guitar input impedance: 100k?
  • Size and Weight: 5-1/2" x 3-3/8" x 1-3/4"; less than 1/2lb.
MXL 990/MXL 991 Recording Mic Package
    MXL 900
    • Type: Condenser pressure gradient mic with large, 6-micron gold-sputtered diaphragm
    • Frequency Range: 30Hz ” 20kHz
    • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
    • Sensitivity: 15mV/Pa
    • Impedance: 200W
    • S/N Ratio: 80dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)
    • Equivalent Noise Level: 20dB(A weighted IEC 268-4)
    • Max SPL for 0.5% THD: 130Db Max SPL with -10dB cut: 130dB
    • Power Requirements: 48V Phantom Power (+- 4V)
    • Current Consumption: <3.0mA
      Size: 60mm x 130mm
    • Weight: 1.2lb.
    • Metal Finish: Champagne
    MXL 991
    • Type: Condenser pressure gradient mic with 20mm diaphragm
    • Frequency Range: 30Hz ” 18kHz
    • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
    • Sensitivity: 15mV/Pa
    • Impedance: 110W
    • S/N Ratio: 78dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted)
    • Equivalent Noise Level: 20dB (A weighted IEC 268-4)
    • Max SPL for 0.5% THD: 137dB
    • Power Requirements: Phantom Power 48V ±4V
    • Current Consumption: <3.0mA
      Size: 22mm x 134mm
    • Weight: 0.35lb.
    • Metal Finish: Champagne
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