Video Chat with a Pro Audio Expert - Live

MXL 4000 Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

BH #MX4000 • MFR #4000
Print
MXL 4000 Multi-Pattern Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
Key Features
  • For General Studio Recording
  • Cardioid, Omni & Figure-8 Polar Patterns
  • Class-A FET Circuitry
  • Silky and Airy Top End, Warm Midrange
Ideal as a general studio workhorse mic, the MXL 4000 is a multi-pattern FET condenser mic sporting selectable cardioid, omni, and figure-8 patterns for flexible recording. With its dual 25mm gold-sputtered diaphragms, this mic captures a silky and airy top end with a warm, vintage-style midrange, delivering classic FET condenser performance.
More Details
In Stock
No Store Display
Free 2-Day Shipping
Protect Your Gear
Add a protection plan from $29.99
Ask an Expert
800-606-6969

MXL MXL 4000 Overview

Ideal as a general studio workhorse mic, the MXL 4000 is a multi-pattern FET condenser mic sporting selectable cardioid, omni, and figure-8 patterns for flexible recording. With its dual 25mm gold-sputtered diaphragms, this mic captures a silky and airy top end with a warm, vintage-style midrange, delivering classic FET condenser performance.

The max SPL of 130 dB allows the 4000 to be used on a wide range of sources, including loud drums and amplified instrument cabs. Along with selectable polar patterns, the 4000 features a switchable 150 Hz high-pass filter for eliminating unwanted low-frequency rumbles and a -10 dB pad for taming overly hot signals. The MXL 4000 includes a shockmount.

Ideal Applications
  • Voice and speech
  • Acoustic guitar
  • Strings
  • Piano
  • Drums and percussion
  • Amplified instrument cabinets
UPC: 801813122503

MXL MXL 4000 Specs

Key Specs
Microphone Type
Large Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid / Figure-8 / Omnidirectional
Element Type
Condenser
Controls
Low Cut/HPF, Pad
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
130 dB
Analog Output
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Microphone
Microphone Type
Large Diaphragm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid / Figure-8 / Omnidirectional
Element Type
Condenser
Sound Field
Mono
Diaphragm
1" / 25 mm
Orientation
Side Address
Controls
Low Cut/HPF, Pad
Pad
-10 dB
Circuitry
Solid-State
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz
Maximum SPL
130 dB
Sensitivity
15 mV/Pa
Equivalent Noise Level
20 dB (A-Weighted)
Connectivity
Analog Output Connector
1x XLR 3-Pin Male
Power
Power Sources
Phantom Power
Operating Voltage
48 V
Physical
Color
Blue
Mounting Thread Size
5/8"-27 Female
Dimensions
ø: 2.3 x L: 9.4" / 5.9 x L: 24 cm
Weight
1.6 lb / 0.7 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.505 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.7 x 10.3 x 5.2"

MXL MXL 4000 Reviews

See any errors on this page?
Whatever You Need, We've Got It