PROFESSIONAL SOLUTIONS FROM PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
The out-of-box experience when you receive your new MA-200 microphone is quite a pleasant one, it certainly was to me whe
n I took home the MA-200 for the first time! As you can see from the above picture, the MA-200 and all of its accessories ships in a customized hard-shell case that will protect everything not only in shipping, but also if you wish to take it on the road to a live event. I have used the MA-200 live on MANY occasions, so this is quite useful indeed. Because tube microphones require additional power for the tube itself, it's no surprise there is a power supply included--but they didn't cut corners just because the microphone doesn't cost like it sounds. As with other tube-microphones, the XLR cable to the mic-pre connects to the power supply and not the microphone directly. Instead, a special cable is included that inter-connects both the microphone and its power supply. In addition, a good quality shockmount is also included. This shockmount locks into the microphone allowing you to suspend the MA-200 upside down, or place in other tricky locations such as over a drum-kit, inside a kick, under a piano, etc (more on that below). But last (and certainly not least, otherwise you'd be in trouble!!) is the MA-200 microphone itself. As if the large-case wasn't enough, a smaller case just for the microphone is also included giving you double the protection. This is wonderful at any price-point, let alone one so affordable!
To say the MA-200 sounds great is an understatement indeed. The reason so many microphones exist is that recording music is an art-form, the mics are our paint to capture the imagination. Like paints, they have their own color---as do the microphones we use. If you're looking to re-produce the original sound of an instrument, then the Mojave Audio MA-200 is about the last microphone you'd use. But if you want a lush bottom end that is clean and detailed on the highs, the MA-200 is certainly one of the best purchases you could make. I have used the MA-200 on everything from both inside and on the soundhole of a Kick Drum, as a stereo pair on Drum Overheads, directly on Acoustic Guitar, in stereo on a Grand Piano, on Electric Guitar Cabinets both in the studio and even in live concerts! I've even used the MA-200 microphones on a choir as well as lead vocals, obviously. THERE HAS NOT BEEN A SINGLE APPLICATION THAT I HAVE USED THE MOJAVE MA-200 without being more than satisfied with the results. It's just impossible to use the MA-200 and not love the texture that it brings. It is, after all, a David Royer microphone.
Microphones are indeed those of their own distinct flavor and color, the choice of pre-amp that you make also has an impact on how the microphone itself will perform. Because of this, I can't tell you this is the best choice--but I can say, it should be up there no matter what your budget is. But feel free to contact me and I'd be happy to discuss your needs and questions to see if the MA-200 really would make sense. There is much more to know about the Mojave Audio MA-200, so if you have any questions--don't hesitate to email me or call direct, toll-free at (800)222-4700 x1362
