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title: "990 Condenser Microphone"
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# Large 6 micron gold-sputtered diaphragm 80 dB signal-to-noise ratio for pristine audio 130 dB max SPL for crystal-clear sound 990 Condenser Microphone

**Brand:** mxl
**Price:** € 207.60
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎙️ Elevate your sound game — don’t just record, captivate!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 990 Condenser Microphone by mxl
- **How much does it cost?** € 207.60 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/47993834-990-condenser-microphone)

## Best For

- mxl enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted mxl brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Robust Vintage Design:** Champagne finish metal body combines timeless style with durable build for the modern creative.
- • **Complete Pro Kit Included:** Custom shockmount, mic stand adapter, and hard case ensure you're ready to record anywhere.
- • **Studio-Grade Sound Quality:** Experience silky highs and tight lows with a large diaphragm condenser mic designed for pros.
- • **Plug & Play Professionalism:** FET preamp with balanced XLR output delivers seamless integration with your audio setup.
- • **Versatile Cardioid Polar Pattern:** Focus on vocals and acoustic instruments with unidirectional clarity that cuts background noise.

## Overview

The MXL 990 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone featuring a 6 micron gold-sputtered diaphragm, cardioid polar pattern, and a max SPL of 130 dB. It includes a custom shockmount, mic stand adapter, and carrying case, making it a complete professional recording solution ideal for vocals and acoustic instruments. With an 80 dB signal-to-noise ratio and FET preamp, it delivers clear, studio-quality sound in a stylish vintage champagne finish.

## Description

From the manufacturer MXL 990 Large-capsule Condenser Microphone Tube Type: Pressure gradient condenser microphone Diaphragm: 6 micron gold-sputtered Frequency Response: 30 Hz - 20 kHz Polar Pattern: Cardioid Max SPL for .5% THD: 130 dB S/N Ratio: 80 dB (Ref. 1Pa A-weighted) MXL 990 including custom shockmount, mic stand adapter & carrying case The MXL 990 remains one of the industry's most ground-breaking microphones. The first high quality condenser microphone to come into reach of working musicians, the MXL 990 has a FET preamp and a large diaphragm for truly professional sound quality in both digital and analog recordings. This revolutionary condenser microphone continues to astound artists with its silky, high end and tight, solid low and midrange reproduction. FET preamp with balanced output Provides silky sweet high end and retains tight, solid low and midrange reproduction Vintage body style with champagne finish Includes custom shockmount, mic stand adapter & carrying case

Review: Fantastic Microphone for the Price - I'm really impressed with the MXL 990 condenser microphone. The sound quality is clear, warm, and detailed, making it an excellent choice for recording vocals, podcasts, voice-overs, and even acoustic instruments. The microphone feels solid and well made, and the included shock mount is a great addition that helps reduce unwanted vibrations during recording. It captures my voice naturally with very little background noise when used in a suitable recording space. For the price, the audio quality is outstanding and easily exceeds my expectations. Whether you're just starting out or looking for an affordable upgrade to your home studio, the MXL 990 offers fantastic value for money. I would definitely recommend it.
Review: Fantastic Sound - The MXL 990 is a large diaphragm condenser mic that requires 48V Phantom Power and some method of connecting this to the PC via a mic preamp/audio interface. I use and would recommend for those just starting out on a budget the Behringer Xenyx 302 USB audio interface. This mic is superb given the price point and I personally use this for podcasting and voiceovers. Please note that this is a very sensitive mic and has a natural, full, warm and clear sound with very little self noise (background hiss on recordings). The quality and sensitivity of this mic mean that it may not be suitable for very noisy environments with a lot of background noise, a dynamic mic might be more appropriate OR consider doing some acoustic treatment if your serious about sound quality. Condenser mics such as this one are also extremely sensitive to plosives, this is distortion that occurs when a blast of air is created particularly when making hard “p” and “d” sounds. Therefore I would highly recommend you get a pop shield to go with this mic otherwise you might have to experiment with mic placement. This mic also comes with a shock mount, essential if you intend to use this on a desk. A shock mount prevents sounds from being transferred into the mic if you accidently bump the mic stand and it stops/ significantly PC vibrations being passed through from your desk into recordings. One of the most common problems that I have noticed is that people complain that after recording using these mics that they only hear sound in one ear. This is a problem usually with software and not the microphone or hardware used to feed the sound into the computer. I find this problem arises when the software that you are recording your sound into such as Audacity or Adobe Audition is expecting a different type of input. i.e a stereo input and not a mono input. Stereo means that there are separate audio “streams” for left and right speakers. Mono means that the one single audio “stream” is played exactly the same through both the left and right speakers. Most mics output in mono or a single audio “stream” and therefore the input that your software should be expecting should also be mono. If it is expecting stereo then it will pipe the output the first channel it feels like I’ve usually found it’s the left. So check your software. Anyway back to the mic overall great mic for people starting out in podcasting and voiceovers great quality and great price considering that it also comes with a shock mount which otherwise you might have to buy separately. Highly recommended, just don’t forget that you will need an audio interface that supports 48V phantom power, and an XLR mic cable to connect your microphone to the interface.

## Features

- MXL 990 Condenser Microphone
- Amazing quality for outstanding price
- Ideal for Vocals and Acoustic instuments
- Includes shockmount, hard case, mic stand adapter
- For help and advice call us

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002GIRP2 |
| Antenna Location | Singing, Streaming |
| Audible Noise | 130 Decibels |
| Audio Sensitivity | 20 Decibels |
| Best Sellers Rank | 12,414 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 174 in Condenser Microphones |
| Box Contents | Microphone |
| Brand | MXL |
| Brand Name | MXL |
| Colour | silver |
| Compatible Devices | Professional Audio Devices |
| Connectivity Technology | XLR |
| Connectivity technology | XLR |
| Connector Type | / |
| Connector type | / |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,752 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Metal |
| Frequency Range | 48 KHz |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00801813080643 |
| Hardware Platform | Karaoke Machine |
| Impedance | 200 Ohms |
| Item Dimensions | 29.9 x 18.5 x 8.9 centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone |
| Item Weight | 544 g |
| Manufacturer | Marshall Electronics |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 990 |
| Microphone Form Factor | Handheld |
| Model Name | 990 |
| Model Number | MXL990 |
| Model name | 990 |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Polar Pattern | Unidirectional |
| Power Source | Adapter |
| Recommended uses for product | Singing, Streaming |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 80 dB |
| Special Feature | Corded |
| Special feature | Corded |
| UPC | 801813080643 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** MXL
- **Colour:** silver
- **Compatible devices:** Professional Audio Devices
- **Connectivity technology:** XLR
- **Connector type:** /
- **Included components:** Microphone
- **Model name:** 990
- **Polar pattern:** Unidirectional
- **Recommended uses for product:** Singing, Streaming
- **Special feature:** Corded

## Images

![990 Condenser Microphone - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61SpooO4KcL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Should I buy the blue yeti or this? I'm getting started in YouTube tech videos and I'm kind of an audio noob. And I have to pay extra for this mic.**
A: It's a great mic. However, I use it for instrument recording rather than vocals. The key thing with the MXL 990 condenser is it is not USB, requiring a xlr connector on a mixer or audio interface with phantom power. If you have these (and it's not a Behringer 502 or smaller which do not supply the required voltage for this mic) then I would strongly recommend the MXL. If you don't have this equipment then a USB yeti is probably a cheaper option.

**Q: Which arm would work with this out of the box, without the need for converting anything?**
A: This reply is a bit late but it may help others.

Get the RØDE PSA1, don't argue , don't go looking at the 15 quid specials, this mic is too heavy for them. I have tired both and the PSA1 is worth every penny.

Not sponsored by RØDE or anyone else , just a customer like you.

**Q: what is the treading size on the bottom of the mic**
A: A standard female nutrix connector

**Q: Can i use this on my desk using a desk stand? If so which desk stand would it use?**
A: Hi any normal desk mic stand would be suitable the connection into the mic may need an adapter. Check eBay for a desk stand or Amazon.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic Microphone for the Price
*by N***C on 11 July 2026*

I'm really impressed with the MXL 990 condenser microphone. The sound quality is clear, warm, and detailed, making it an excellent choice for recording vocals, podcasts, voice-overs, and even acoustic instruments. The microphone feels solid and well made, and the included shock mount is a great addition that helps reduce unwanted vibrations during recording. It captures my voice naturally with very little background noise when used in a suitable recording space. For the price, the audio quality is outstanding and easily exceeds my expectations. Whether you're just starting out or looking for an affordable upgrade to your home studio, the MXL 990 offers fantastic value for money. I would definitely recommend it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic Sound
*by E***J on 3 March 2015*

The MXL 990 is a large diaphragm condenser mic that requires 48V Phantom Power and some method of connecting this to the PC via a mic preamp/audio interface. I use and would recommend for those just starting out on a budget the Behringer Xenyx 302 USB audio interface. This mic is superb given the price point and I personally use this for podcasting and voiceovers. Please note that this is a very sensitive mic and has a natural, full, warm and clear sound with very little self noise (background hiss on recordings). The quality and sensitivity of this mic mean that it may not be suitable for very noisy environments with a lot of background noise, a dynamic mic might be more appropriate OR consider doing some acoustic treatment if your serious about sound quality. Condenser mics such as this one are also extremely sensitive to plosives, this is distortion that occurs when a blast of air is created particularly when making hard “p” and “d” sounds. Therefore I would highly recommend you get a pop shield to go with this mic otherwise you might have to experiment with mic placement. This mic also comes with a shock mount, essential if you intend to use this on a desk. A shock mount prevents sounds from being transferred into the mic if you accidently bump the mic stand and it stops/ significantly PC vibrations being passed through from your desk into recordings. One of the most common problems that I have noticed is that people complain that after recording using these mics that they only hear sound in one ear. This is a problem usually with software and not the microphone or hardware used to feed the sound into the computer. I find this problem arises when the software that you are recording your sound into such as Audacity or Adobe Audition is expecting a different type of input. i.e a stereo input and not a mono input. Stereo means that there are separate audio “streams” for left and right speakers. Mono means that the one single audio “stream” is played exactly the same through both the left and right speakers. Most mics output in mono or a single audio “stream” and therefore the input that your software should be expecting should also be mono. If it is expecting stereo then it will pipe the output the first channel it feels like I’ve usually found it’s the left. So check your software. Anyway back to the mic overall great mic for people starting out in podcasting and voiceovers great quality and great price considering that it also comes with a shock mount which otherwise you might have to buy separately. Highly recommended, just don’t forget that you will need an audio interface that supports 48V phantom power, and an XLR mic cable to connect your microphone to the interface.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best mic I've ever used!!!
*by D***S on 13 April 2014*

This is by far the best mic I have and maybe ever will use! But let me get to the pros and cons! Pros: It will definitely bring out the bass in your voice! No buzz or hiss! Comes with a shock mount! Very high quality microphone. Delivers your voice with maximum crispness! Low priced for what it's worth! Large diaphragm! Great for YouTuber's, singers, podcasters and commentators Cons: It takes a while to setup You need to buy an audio interface You need to buy a phantom power supply You need to buy 2 XLR cables For some reason it won't work with Skype unless you use a XLR to USB Still does cost quite a bit of money! Besides all these cons the mic is really good and I would definitely recommend to anyone! I have a YouTube channel called AnonymousTechnology117 and did a video review on that so if you want to check the sound quality of it then you can go there for more information! I definitely think if you have £60-£80 to spend and not sure what to buy then GO FOR THIS ONE!!! It delivers perfect quality for any amateur or professional musician and what not. Just get this mic! It blows all the others out of the water by MILES. The Blue Yeti? Yup! The Audio Technica AT2020? Yup! ALL OF THEM!!! Head over to my YouTube channel to check, because i'm not lying! so again that's AnonymousTechnology117 go check it out! Thanks for reading and why not rate this review as helpful? Means others will buy the mic cos don't tell me your not even considering buying the mic after this review? Well do it! You won't regret it!

## Frequently Bought Together

- MXL 990 Condenser Microphone for Podcasting, Singing, Home Studio Recording, Gaming & Streaming | Detailed Sound | XLR | Large Diaphragm (Champagne)
- Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface for Guitarists, Vocalists, Podcasters or Producers to record and playback studio quality sound
- Amazon Basics XLR Male to Female Microphone Cable for Speaker or PA System, All Copper Conductors, 6MM PVC Jacket, 6 Foot, Black

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*Last updated: 2026-10-01*