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title: "MXL 990 Condenser Microphone for Podcasting, Singing, Home Studio Recording, Gaming & Streaming | Detailed Sound | XLR | Large Diaphragm (Champagne)"
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# Cardioid pattern reduces background noise XLR connection with +48V phantom power Large diaphragm for rich sound MXL 990 Condenser Microphone for Podcasting, Singing, Home Studio Recording, Gaming & Streaming | Detailed Sound | XLR | Large Diaphragm (Champagne)

**Brand:** mxl
**Price:** S$58
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## Summary

> 🎤 Elevate your voice, own the room — pro sound made accessible!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** MXL 990 Condenser Microphone for Podcasting, Singing, Home Studio Recording, Gaming & Streaming | Detailed Sound | XLR | Large Diaphragm (Champagne) by mxl
- **How much does it cost?** S$58 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/1948602-mxl-990-condenser-microphone-for-podcasting-singing-home-studio-recording)

## 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

- • **Noise-Free Focus:** Cardioid polar pattern isolates your voice, cutting out distracting background sounds.
- • **All-Inclusive Kit:** Comes with custom shock mount, mic stand adapter, and durable carrying case for on-the-go convenience.
- • **Plug & Play Power:** Powered by +48V phantom power, compatible with most pro audio interfaces for seamless setup.
- • **Studio-Grade Clarity:** FET preamp and mid-diaphragm deliver silky highs and tight lows for professional recordings.
- • **Versatile Frequency Range:** Wide 20 Hz to 20 kHz response captures every vocal nuance, perfect for podcasting, streaming, and studio work.

## Overview

The MXL 990 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone featuring a high-quality FET preamp and cardioid polar pattern for crystal-clear, professional-grade audio. Designed for podcasting, singing, gaming, and home studio recording, it requires +48V phantom power and connects via XLR for reliable, noise-free performance. Included accessories like a shock mount and carrying case make it a versatile, ready-to-go solution for creators seeking studio sound without the studio price.

## Description

The 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 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.

Review: Wonderful Mic at awesome price! - This mic is definitely sufficient for normal recording, especially if you run it through a vocal effects processor. I plan to get the TC-Helicon VoiceLive 2 here at desertcart eventually (I really love the gender conversion that makes you sound like a good female voice) but right now I have the KORG EMX and ESX as well as the KORG Kaoscullator Pro, and this mic works great when connected to any of those (but of course connected to a phantom power source first, the patched to the Korg devices). The fact it comes in a nice durable case with foam padding impressed me right from he start. Then I hooked it up to the included shock mount and added a pop mic filter (VERY important you use a pop filter because condenser mics are sensitive to moisture from your mouth). The sound quality is far beyond anything I'm used to, but I must confess that I was one of those poor fools who didn't even know what XLR and "phantom power" was -- I only used mics with a USB connection or the 1/8" stereo plug, and they all sound terrible compared to an XLR microphone with 48v phantom power. And even the XLR cables themselves are a dream come true! -- I was always getting so angry with the normal 1/8" cables messing up and then you have to lick them and plug 'em back in, then spin them around to get the sound to work right. (Nobody told me there was another option!) But XLR cables make it impossible for any humming or hissing sounds or disconnections of any kind since they lock in place and never need any toying with. Now I use XLR cables for all my speakers too, and for all the patch connections between my mixers, amps, and musical devices, and it has made creating music so much more enjoyable! Now I don't have to fidget with those crappy 1/8" cables anymore, and there's never any hissing or annoying humming sounds to worry about. And of course I also realized that you can't just plug your music output right in to your computer's sound card and expect to get professional recording that way -- you have to use a box that converts the music to digital and sends it via USB port to the software, and the box should have XLR inputs for mics and 1/4" inputs as well. Only problem is desertcart has so many of those boxes, I can't decide which one to buy. I want the Lexicon since they are masters of high quality sound recording, but some of the bad reviews make me worry. With musical devices, sometimes you just end up with a unit that has manufacturing defects, and unfortunately those people post bad ratings and make it seem like the product itself is to blame.
Review: Awesome Mics - I bought this mic for a school project because I needed to make a CD and needed a mic for vocals. This works great for that (just make sure to use a wind screen). Im also the sound tech for my choir class and in the past we have used individual Audix handheld microphones for each singer. However this year we are taking a different approach to mic the singers. We just had an all day gig to sing Christmas songs at all the elementary schools in my town. Ive had some bad luck in the past with using condenser mics for choirs and live sound mainly because of feedback being so easy to get. When setting up for the gig at the schools, I forgot to grab cables to run my EQ so I knew that it was just going to be a wreck. But I decided to give it a try anyway. All of our gigs for that day were in school gyms so that defiantly wasnt going to help with my feedback issues of the past. I used 3 of these mics for a choir of about 25 kids. Ran them into a 6 channel Peavey Mixing board and directly out to 2 QSC K10 active speakers that were used for mains. No EQ except for the 80Hz Cutoff option on the board. I placed the speakers about 10 feet in front of the mics and gave it a shot. To my surprise they didnt feedback AT ALL. Even with the terrible acoustics in the gyms. I was easily able to project the sound of the choir without feedback issues. I was even told by one of the school administrators to turn the volume down at one point. So basically what Im saying is that for the money, these mics are great for many different uses. Whether it is recording at home or micing a choir for a live gig. These mics sound great. We will be buying about 6 more for our spring show in our performing arts center just because they are so cheap.

## Features

- HIGH QUALITY AUDIO The MXL 990 is equipped with an FET preamp and mid-diaphragm, ensuring truly professional sound quality in both digital and analog recordings. Its balanced output provides a silky sweet high end while retaining tight lows and smooth midrange.
- REDUCE BACKGROUND NOISE Enjoy crystal-clear recordings with the cardioid polar pattern that rejects noise from the sides and back, focusing solely on your voice. Hear more of yourself and less of the room.
- PREMIUM ACCESSORIES Unleash the full potential of your microphone with included accessories – a custom shock mount, mic stand adapter, and a durable carrying case, ensuring convenience and protection on the go.
- VERSATILE AND DETAILED From voice overs to podcasting, gaming to studio recording, the MXL 990 delivers exceptional versatility with its wide 20 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response suitable for both male and female vocalists.
- REQUIRES +48V PHANTOM POWER - The MXL 990 is powered by +48V phantom power. It is compatible with the many audio interfaces and mic preamps that offer phantom power.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0002GIRP2 |
| Audio Sensitivity | 20 Decibels |
| Best Sellers Rank | #6,267 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #68 in Multipurpose Condenser Microphones |
| Color Name | Champagne |
| Computer Platform | Windows, Mac |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,748) |
| Date First Available | April 4, 2008 |
| Frequency Response | 20 KHz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00801813080643 |
| Impedance | 200 Ohms |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.2 pounds |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 11.77 x 7.28 x 3.5 inches |
| Item model number | MXL990 |
| Manufacturer | Marshall Electronics |
| Material | Metal |
| Material Type | Metal |
| Microphone Form Factor | Large Diaphragm |
| Number of Channels | 1 |
| Power Source | 48V Phantom Power |
| Product Dimensions | 11.77 x 7.28 x 3.5 inches |
| Proficiency Level | Beginner |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 80 dB |
| Size | 4 x 4 x 8 |
| UPC | 801813080643 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** MXL
- **Color:** Champagne
- **Compatible Devices:** Voice Recorder
- **Connectivity Technology:** XLR
- **Connector Type:** XLR
- **Included Components:** Case, MT-001 Mount, MXL 990, MXL90 Shockmount
- **Model Name:** 990
- **Polar Pattern:** Unidirectional
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Indoor
- **Special Feature:** Clip

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: I want to use this mic for an instrument, would it work OK?**
A: Actually 3/4" is not large - and it's the same sensor that's in the 991 stick mic.  
It is an ideal mic for acoustic instruments - which means a totally flat response in the mid range frequencies of which vocal is only an example.  Let that be your guide.  I have no experience with any other use.  Same is true for the stick mic.

**Q: Which one of these allow me to connect to a computer via usb? The midnight blue or the champagne?**
A: You need a audio interface and xlr cable for this microphone

**Q: Is it normal for this mic to have exposed wiring? I mean the bottom cap in the mic to come off easily?**
A: It is very easy to open by hand, especially since the included custom mic clip nut engages with one of the parts that can unscrew from the main body. 

With the clip-mount nut removed, the bottom half of the large body will unscrew from the upper mesh-covered half. The bottom body is a cowling that protects the circuitry. I would suggest to MXL that they may want to include a few more threads on the connection between the upper and lower bodies, and to sell a high-quality shock mount and possibly re-think the threading of the mic clip-nut to the connector bracket that is attached to the upper section. If it threaded only to the lower section, then operating that mic clip nut might interact less accidentally with the overall mic assembly.

**Q: Will a samson mk-10 mic stand hold this microphone? if not, can someone tell me where to get the correct size mic clip?**
A: The microphone comes with a shock mount and mic clip that will both fit any standard microphone stand including your Samson.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful Mic at awesome price!
*by N***E on March 2, 2011*

This mic is definitely sufficient for normal recording, especially if you run it through a vocal effects processor. I plan to get the TC-Helicon VoiceLive 2 here at Amazon eventually (I really love the gender conversion that makes you sound like a good female voice) but right now I have the KORG EMX and ESX as well as the KORG Kaoscullator Pro, and this mic works great when connected to any of those (but of course connected to a phantom power source first, the patched to the Korg devices). The fact it comes in a nice durable case with foam padding impressed me right from he start. Then I hooked it up to the included shock mount and added a pop mic filter (VERY important you use a pop filter because condenser mics are sensitive to moisture from your mouth). The sound quality is far beyond anything I'm used to, but I must confess that I was one of those poor fools who didn't even know what XLR and "phantom power" was -- I only used mics with a USB connection or the 1/8" stereo plug, and they all sound terrible compared to an XLR microphone with 48v phantom power. And even the XLR cables themselves are a dream come true! -- I was always getting so angry with the normal 1/8" cables messing up and then you have to lick them and plug 'em back in, then spin them around to get the sound to work right. (Nobody told me there was another option!) But XLR cables make it impossible for any humming or hissing sounds or disconnections of any kind since they lock in place and never need any toying with. Now I use XLR cables for all my speakers too, and for all the patch connections between my mixers, amps, and musical devices, and it has made creating music so much more enjoyable! Now I don't have to fidget with those crappy 1/8" cables anymore, and there's never any hissing or annoying humming sounds to worry about. And of course I also realized that you can't just plug your music output right in to your computer's sound card and expect to get professional recording that way -- you have to use a box that converts the music to digital and sends it via USB port to the software, and the box should have XLR inputs for mics and 1/4" inputs as well. Only problem is Amazon has so many of those boxes, I can't decide which one to buy. I want the Lexicon since they are masters of high quality sound recording, but some of the bad reviews make me worry. With musical devices, sometimes you just end up with a unit that has manufacturing defects, and unfortunately those people post bad ratings and make it seem like the product itself is to blame.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome Mics
*by K***L on December 18, 2011*

I bought this mic for a school project because I needed to make a CD and needed a mic for vocals. This works great for that (just make sure to use a wind screen). Im also the sound tech for my choir class and in the past we have used individual Audix handheld microphones for each singer. However this year we are taking a different approach to mic the singers. We just had an all day gig to sing Christmas songs at all the elementary schools in my town. Ive had some bad luck in the past with using condenser mics for choirs and live sound mainly because of feedback being so easy to get. When setting up for the gig at the schools, I forgot to grab cables to run my EQ so I knew that it was just going to be a wreck. But I decided to give it a try anyway. All of our gigs for that day were in school gyms so that defiantly wasnt going to help with my feedback issues of the past. I used 3 of these mics for a choir of about 25 kids. Ran them into a 6 channel Peavey Mixing board and directly out to 2 QSC K10 active speakers that were used for mains. No EQ except for the 80Hz Cutoff option on the board. I placed the speakers about 10 feet in front of the mics and gave it a shot. To my surprise they didnt feedback AT ALL. Even with the terrible acoustics in the gyms. I was easily able to project the sound of the choir without feedback issues. I was even told by one of the school administrators to turn the volume down at one point. So basically what Im saying is that for the money, these mics are great for many different uses. Whether it is recording at home or micing a choir for a live gig. These mics sound great. We will be buying about 6 more for our spring show in our performing arts center just because they are so cheap.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing mic!
*by R***A on March 12, 2021*

A bit of background, I used to work in broadcasting (radio) and have been absolutely spoiled by high end broadcast quality mics (Electrovoice mics) I *know* what I should sound like on a mic (how true to real is the sound) For an $80 mic, I was blown away. I sounded true on it when playing back a recording. My husband, who was used to hearing me through my headset mic in games, was blown away when my computer insisted on using the MXL for Discord rather than the headset. He said it was like I was right his office with him. He's now really jealous and wants his own :) The mic is really well tuned for the frequency of human voice, and even the highs of female voices. Its delivering a very true sound. For normal speaking, it's certainly hitting perfectly. It's warm, natural, and full, picking up all the nuances. Better even is the true cardiod of the pickup. I noticed it was picking up very little background noise. We live on a busy street, lots of traffic, 2 blocks from a hospital (ambulance sirens constantly), and 2 miles from a busy airport take off runway (those jets are pretty low when they pass over our house). Now, when I was recording, by a miracle no ambulances or airplanes went by, but I didn't hear the din of traffic. I noticed the faint, and I mean faint, noise of my dog scratching as she sat on the other side of my desk, I could hear her foot hitting the floor. That was it. I've had other mics that picked up absolutely every background sound and you'd swear I was sitting in the middle of the street at rush hour. The MXL picked up me wonderfully, the background? Nope. I highly recommend it for someone wanting to up their game for podcasts and voiceovers. I got a Neweer phantom power and a XLR to USB cable to plug into my laptop. With the scissor boom (I already had) that's all I needed. I would do best with a mixer, but that's off down the road for now.

## Frequently Bought Together

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