Marantz Professional MPM-3500R | Premium Ribbon Microphone With Ultra Low-Mass Diaphragm, Integrated Pop Filter/Shock Mount And Aluminium Case

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About Marantz Professional MPM-3500R | Premium Ribbon

The Marantz Professional MPM-3500R is a high-quality ribbon microphone to faithfully capture a complete sound picture—from the subtle nuances of stringed instruments to rock vocals and percussion. The MPM-3500R’s low-mass ribbon pick-up diaphragm is specially designed to resolve the subtle details often missed by conventional microphones, yet it remains warm-sounding and natural for a particularly vibrant, lifelike recording. Meanwhile, and unlike many more-delicate ribbon microphones, the MPM-3500 is still effective up 135 decibels of sound pressure—the equivalent of an air raid siren. Note that it also utilizes 48 volts of phantom power. The microphone’s dipole (figure-eight) pickup pattern enables it to be placed between instruments and capture both equally without picking up any off-axis noise in-between. Superbly designed and crafted, the result is a durable microphone with high sensitivity, low noise and wide dynamic range unmatched by anything else in its price range.   Frequently Asked Questions   What is the benefit of a ribbon mic compared to condenser or dynamic microphones? Ribbon microphones, by nature, are great at picking up fast transients. This makes them ideal for applications where tiny details are important, i.e. the pick of an acoustic guitar, the texture of a bow on a cello, or the attack on a percussive instrument. The ribbon is much smaller and more delicate than the capsules found in a condenser or dynamic microphone, which means it can be more sensitive to small changes and can respond faster.  Their sensitivity can make ribbon microphones more delicate than their counterparts, so it's important to not to drop the microphone or place it in front of an extra loud source (i.e guitar amp at eleven). A broken ribbon may result in distortion, crackling, or no sound at all! Still, the MPM-3500R can handle up to 135 dB SPL, which is about the equivalent of a jet engine. So, don't worry about using it to mic your drum kit or guitar amp at a listenable level.    Do I need to use phantom power or a power supply? Unlike most ribbon microphone, the MPM-3500R will require 48vDC power, either supplied by phantom power through the interface or mixer, or through an external phantom power supply. Check the specifications for your mixer or audio interface to find out if it can provide phantom power on its own, or if you will need to supply this through an external adapter. Here is a simple procedure for connecting the microphone: Make sure that the gain or volume on your pre-amp, speakers and headphones are all turned down. Use an XLR cable and attach the female end securely to the MPM-3500R. Connect the male end to your microphone pre-amp or phantom power supply. Once the MPM-3500R is fully connected to the pre-amp, turn on the phantom power. While disconnecting, always be sure to turn down your pre-amp, speakers, and headphones before turning off phantom power. Wait approximately 30 seconds after turning off phantom power to disconnect the MPM-3500R. This can help avoid damage to your equipment. Important Note: Some ribbon microphones may be harmed by the presence of phantom power. If you are using an interface or mixer that sends phantom power on multiple channels at once, make sure that all other microphones connected are able to receive phantom power before turning it on.   Can I use this microphone with my audio interface? Your audio interface should be able to supply phantom power and have enough gain and headroom to adequately handle the sensitivity and dynamic range of the microphone. For recording quieter sources, an interface/pre-amp that can supply at least 50dB of gain would be ideal. This may not be necessary for louder sources like drums or guitar amps. Most, if not all audio interfaces available will be ok to use with this microphone.   What instruments can this mic record? The warm, natural tone paired with the ability to handle high SPL's make the mic ideal for loud but subtle instruments like brass