The MXL USB 007 Stereo Condenser Microphone allows you to just plug in to your portable or desktop computer, set your preferences and enjoy instant studio quality recordings.The microphone uses dual gold diaphragm capsules in a XY pattern together with low noise electronics and the latest in enhanced digital conversion techniques for pristine audio quality. In a demonstration CD, a vintage acoustic guitar was recorded with a famous studio mic going thru high quality studio gear to a hard disk recorder. The recording was compared to the MXL USB 007 fed direct to a computer. The results were nothing short of amazing; the MXL USB 007 sounded like a pristine direct to disc recording while the studio mic sounded nice, but lacked the punch or detail of the USB mic!Because of its high quality and ease of use the new mic opens up new possibilities for direct stereo recording with a standard computer such as live performances in the professional, school and home environment. It’s also a very exciting tool for podcasts, multimedia, news and broadcast applications using portable computers for remote stereo recording of concerts, lectures, or even documenting outdoor sounds in stereo for film and and sharing with friends and TV backgrounds.Imagine the fun of recording performances and sound effects from anywhere in the world on a portable computer in full stereo and sharing with friends and associates.The MXL USB 007 comes with a carry bag, a desktop mic stand, mic stand adapter, a 10-foot USB cable, wind screen, owners manual and an applications guide. The new MXL USB mics usher in a new era of high quality recording never before achieved without a studio. It completely redefines what users can do on their computers opening up a new world for the audio, computer and broadcast industries.
User Ratings and Reviews
5 Stars A fantastic microphone!
I purchased this to record performances of my professional flute/piano classical group, the Lunae Duo. We have used it to record rehearsals and performances and are very pleased with the sound quality. In fact, it is so clear, we plan to upload the audio on our website [...] for promotional purposes! It comes with an attractive leather case and the usb chord is long enough to use with a full size mic stand or computer. The desktop stand is very sturdy and the microphone screws into it for complete security.
5 Stars Great stuff
The first USB mic I bought was Blue Snowball to record my fiddle playing. It sounded OK but the coloration was pretty obvious. Since I am a serious audiophile, I guess I should not expect much from a $99 mic. The I decided to record in stereo, thinking that may sound better, which led to my purchase of MXL USB.007. Although USB.007 costs about the same per channel as the snowball, it’s sound quality is much better. The details and tonal accuracy is much improved. Although the results are not quite professional-quality, I can’t really hear any obvious shortcoming even with my hi-end playback system. MXL did a great job of balancing the sound. With a simple mic stand and a laptop, I can make a decent home recording with no hassle. Hey I think this mic will allow just about anyone to make decent home recordings. That’s pretty amazing.
1 Star Be careful
Mine was DOA. Right channel out. LED does not light. On that particular day Austin Bazaar was the “sold by” outfit. I notice today it is someone else. Two days from now who knows. Amazon will not accept a return. Austin Bazaar will not accept a return. I am now dealing with the manufacturer’s warranty and what they state is a one to two week process to have the mic fixed or replaced. In future, I will not buy through Amazon if the “sold by” is anyone other than Amazon. If I had shopped a local brick and mortor for this, they would have exchanged it immediately. Now a simple purchase has become a two week hastle with additional shipping costs. What a mistake.
5 Stars A Complete Mike Kit for my PC
I had just bought a MXL cardiod mike elsewhere. And when I got it all it had was the Mike and a protective cage in a small suitcase. Now this MXL USB 007 kit had all I needed to start making recordings with it: Mike, USB cable, tripod for my desk, and windscreen. Nothing new to order. This is the best for me!!
5 Stars Amazingly user friendly high quality microphone
I recently purchased this Microphone and am absolutely amazed at the quality of sound. I am a violinist, and have used it to make recordings in house. They say a picture is worth a thousand words so for a sample recording made on an hp laptop go to [...]. The “Leclair Duet” was recorded live with this mic, as was “Away in the Manger.”
The mic is quite user friendly, plut it in and record. Recording was made with “Free Audio Editor” which can be found on the web.
