{"product_id":"slate-digital-ml-1a-modelling-microphone-used","title":"Slate Digital ML-1A Modelling Microphone, (Used)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlate Digital ML-1A Modelling Microphone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a large-diaphragm condenser designed as the recording front end for Slate Digital's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtual Microphone System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing recordings to be shaped using a wide range of virtual microphone models after tracking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompared with the original ML-1, the ML-1A introduces significantly improved technical performance, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejust 8dBA self-noise, an 86dB signal-to-noise ratio and a three-position 0\/-10\/-20dB pad capable of handling sources up to 145dB SPL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis pre-owned example is presented in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and supplied with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprotective hardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportantly, the associated Slate Digital software has been \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ede-registered from the previous owner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew software activation code is included in the box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing the new owner to register the microphone and associated software to their own Slate Digital\/iLok account.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt A Glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlate Digital\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eML-1A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge-Diaphragm Modelling Condenser Microphone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolar Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCardioid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiaphragm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\" \/ 25.4mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20Hz–20kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelf Noise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8dBA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum SPL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to 145dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 \/ -10 \/ -20dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXLR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48V Phantom Power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtual Microphone System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftware Status\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDe-Registered from Previous Owner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Activation Code\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMain Appeal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecord clean source audio and choose virtual microphone character afterwards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlate Digital ML-1A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is presented in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnder the Fair Deal Music grading system, Excellent Condition means the microphone shows \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003every light signs of previous use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while remaining particularly well presented and fully functional.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftware Transfer Completed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn especially important part of this package is that the associated software licence has already been prepared for transfer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrevious software registration has been removed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew activation \/ redemption code is included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCode is supplied in the box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew owner can register the ML-1A to their own Slate Digital account\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible iLok account is required for software activation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis avoids the buyer receiving a microphone whose software remains tied to a previous owner's account.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Slate Digital ML-1A Modelling Microphone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Hardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ New Slate Digital Software Activation Code\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✔ Software De-Registered from Previous Owner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAny additional accessories are included only where pictured or stated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftware Registration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Activation Code Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original owner has had the Slate Digital software \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ede-registered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and a replacement activation code is included with the microphone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe new owner can use this code together with the microphone's serial number to register the ML-1A to their own Slate Digital account.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce correctly registered, the appropriate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVMS ML-1A licence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is deposited into the user's linked iLok account.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is particularly important when buying a used modelling microphone because the physical microphone forms only one part of the complete ML-1A workflow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Makes The Slate Digital ML-1A Special?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ML-1A is deliberately designed to capture a clean, neutral source signal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than committing permanently to the colour of a particular vintage-style microphone during recording, the captured audio can subsequently be processed through Slate Digital's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtual Microphone System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows the engineer to audition different microphone characters:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile recording\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring editing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring mixing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter the performer has left\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithout re-recording the source\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat flexibility can be particularly valuable when working quickly or recording artists who perform better without repeated microphone comparisons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtual Microphone System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtual Microphone System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e uses the ML-1A as its calibrated physical source microphone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithin the software, the recorded signal can then be processed through virtual microphone models inspired by a broad range of studio microphone designs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe system also provides creative controls including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicrophone model selection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMic model morphing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProximity adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRumble filtering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtual preamp processing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the ML-1A considerably more than a conventional large-diaphragm condenser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMic Model Morphing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the newer VMS functions allows two microphone models to be blended together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than being restricted to selecting one virtual microphone, the user can combine characteristics from two models to create intermediate or hybrid sounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis can be particularly useful for finding a vocal tone that sits naturally within a dense mix.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProximity Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe VMS proximity control allows the perceived proximity effect to be adjusted after recording.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis can help:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd body to a thin vocal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReduce excessive low-end buildup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefine spoken-word recordings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalance close-miked sources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt provides a level of post-recording control that is impossible with a conventional fixed microphone recording.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth Control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe VMS software can also introduce adjustable stereo width from the ML-1A's mono source recording.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis can be useful for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacking vocals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLayered arrangements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSound design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCinematic textures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreative vocal production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge-Diaphragm Condenser Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ML-1A uses a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\" \/ 25.4mm condenser diaphragm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge-diaphragm condensers are commonly chosen for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLead vocals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVoiceover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcoustic guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuitar cabinets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoom microphones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePercussion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral studio recording\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe microphone's clean source response is specifically designed to provide an appropriate foundation for subsequent modelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow Self-Noise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ML-1A has a rated self-noise figure of only:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8dBA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a substantial improvement over the original ML-1's 17dBA specification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow self-noise is particularly valuable when recording:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuiet singers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpoken word\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDelicate acoustic instruments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistant sources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmbient material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSources requiring substantial preamp gain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003e86dB Signal-To-Noise Ratio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ML-1A offers an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e86dB A-weighted signal-to-noise ratio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, helping capture clean material with minimal unwanted noise contribution from the microphone itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-Position Pad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ML-1A features a hardware pad with three settings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-10dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-20dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing the -20dB setting allows the microphone to handle sound pressure levels of up to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e145dB SPL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis significantly expands its usefulness with loud sources.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable For Loud Sources\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the pad engaged, the ML-1A can be used on sources including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuitar amplifiers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoud vocalists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePercussion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrum room positions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful acoustic instruments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes it substantially more versatile than a microphone designed purely around vocal recording.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCardioid Polar Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ML-1A uses a fixed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecardioid polar pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCardioid microphones primarily capture sound arriving from the front while reducing pickup from the rear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the microphone particularly useful for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVocal isolation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome studios\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReducing room reflections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstrument recording\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eControlling bleed between performers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Is It For?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVocal producers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – The ability to audition different virtual microphone characters after recording is exceptionally useful for vocals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome studio owners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – One modelling microphone can provide access to a broad tonal palette without requiring a large physical microphone collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional engineers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Provides a repeatable source microphone designed specifically for the Slate modelling environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSongwriters and producers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Reduces the need to spend significant session time comparing microphones before recording.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVoiceover creators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Low self-noise and modelling flexibility provide a wide range of tonal options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContent creators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – Suitable for spoken word, narration and professional vocal production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudio musicians\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – The pad extends its usefulness beyond vocals to amplifiers, percussion and louder instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable Recording Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticularly useful for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLead vocals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBacking vocals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVoiceover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePodcast recording\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcoustic guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePiano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuitar cabinets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePercussion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoom microphones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSinger-songwriter sessions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudio production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContent creation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eML-1A vs Original ML-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ML-1A updates the original Slate Digital ML-1 in several significant areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLower Noise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eML-1A:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8dBA self-noise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal ML-1:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e17dBA self-noise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImproved Signal-To-Noise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eML-1A:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e86dB A-weighted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal ML-1:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e77dB A-weighted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware Pad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ML-1A adds a:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 \/ -10 \/ -20dB pad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original ML-1 did not feature this hardware pad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum SPL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith the -20dB pad engaged, the ML-1A can handle sources up to approximately:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e145dB SPL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpdated Software Workflow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ML-1A is designed around Slate's newer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtual Microphone System plugin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, adding controls such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel morphing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProximity adjustment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpdated microphone browsing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional modelling functionality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModelling Condenser Microphone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlate Digital\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eML-1A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicrophone Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondenser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiaphragm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\" \/ 25.4mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolar Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCardioid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequency Range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20Hz–20kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutput Impedance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 Ohms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-32.5dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSignal-To-Noise Ratio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e86dB A-Weighted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelf Noise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8dB A-Weighted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum SPL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp To 145dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0 \/ -10 \/ -20dB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-Pin XLR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Requirement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48V Phantom Power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftware Platform\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlate Digital Virtual Microphone System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlugin Formats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAAX, AU, VST2, VST3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7.8\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. Diameter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.96\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.99 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftware Status\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDe-Registered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReplacement Activation Code\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-Owned, Excellent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlate Digital ML-1A requires 48V phantom power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from a compatible:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAudio interface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicrophone preamp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMixing console\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChannel strip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo external dedicated power supply is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA suitable XLR microphone cable and phantom-powered input are required for operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAudio Interface Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ML-1A itself outputs a conventional analogue microphone-level XLR signal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt therefore requires a suitable microphone preamp or audio interface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best modelling results, the recording chain should generally be kept clean and neutral before the VMS software is applied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftware Requirements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ML-1A uses Slate Digital's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtual Microphone System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e software.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA compatible computer, DAW and Slate Digital\/iLok account are required for the software workflow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent supported plugin formats include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAAX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAU\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVST2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVST3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftware compatibility should always be checked against the buyer's current operating system and DAW before purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftware Licence Transfer Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe software associated with this microphone has been \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ede-registered from its previous owner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew activation code is included in the box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for the purchaser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe buyer will need to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate or use their own Slate Digital account\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnter the supplied activation code\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegister the ML-1A serial number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLink an iLok account\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDownload the relevant Slate Digital software\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis provides the buyer with a clean registration route rather than relying on access to the previous owner's account.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehardcase is included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with this microphone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis provides useful protection during:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransport\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStudio storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMobile recording\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSession work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFair Deal Music Verdict\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e★★★★★ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5\/5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlate Digital ML-1A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an extremely flexible studio microphone for producers who value the ability to make tonal decisions after the recording has already taken place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\" condenser capsule, exceptionally low 8dBA self-noise and 0\/-10\/-20dB hardware pad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e make it suitable for considerably more than vocals, while the VMS software transforms the clean source recording into a highly adaptable production tool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is particularly attractive as a pre-owned purchase because the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esoftware has already been de-registered from its previous owner and a brand-new activation code is included in the box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat means the new owner can register the microphone and software under their own account rather than receiving hardware whose associated licence remains tied elsewhere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and supplied with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehardcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this is a particularly complete used ML-1A package for studio recording, vocal production, voiceover and content creation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy Pre-Owned From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftware-enabled studio equipment requires more careful description than conventional analogue hardware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn this ML-1A, the software transfer status has been clearly established:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrevious registration removed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew activation code supplied\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardcase included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent physical condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis gives the new owner a clear route to registering the microphone and associated VMS software.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy From Fair Deal Music?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFair Deal Music is Birmingham's largest independent music store, combining a major showroom with nationwide ecommerce and decades of experience selling new and pre-owned musical equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you buy from us, you benefit from:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamily-run independent retailer established in 1987\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBirmingham's largest independent music store\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6,000+ Trustpilot reviews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpert musician-led advice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-owned studio equipment individually assessed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoftware-transfer status clearly disclosed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear condition grading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecure ordering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast UK delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge Birmingham showroom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFriendly support before and after purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrade In. Trade Up. Save More.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHave recording equipment you no longer use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFair Deal Music buys and part-exchanges \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estudio equipment, microphones, guitars, basses, amplifiers, effects, keyboards and other musical equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContact our team for a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno-obligation valuation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and find out what your existing gear could be worth towards your next purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat condition is this Slate Digital ML-1A in?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is presented in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, showing only very light signs of previous use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs this the newer ML-1A or the original ML-1?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the newer \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eML-1A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat type of microphone is it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elarge-diaphragm condenser modelling microphone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat polar pattern does it use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt uses a fixed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecardioid pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat size is the diaphragm?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1\" \/ 25.4mm diaphragm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the frequency response?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rated frequency range is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20Hz–20kHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much self-noise does it have?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ML-1A is rated at just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8dBA self-noise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it have a pad?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It has a three-position \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0dB, -10dB and -20dB pad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the maximum SPL?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can handle up to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e145dB SPL with the -20dB pad engaged\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it require phantom power?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The ML-1A requires \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48V phantom power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it require a special audio interface?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo proprietary interface is required. It can connect to a suitable conventional microphone preamp or audio interface via XLR.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat software does it use?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is designed to work with Slate Digital's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirtual Microphone System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the software included with this used microphone?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The previous software registration has been removed and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enew activation code is included in the box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the software still registered to the previous owner?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. It has been \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ede-registered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan the new owner register it to their own account?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The supplied new code is intended to allow the purchaser to register the microphone\/software under their own Slate Digital account.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo I need an iLok account?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Slate Digital's ML-1A licensing system uses iLok.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan microphone models be changed after recording?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. This is one of the key advantages of the system. The clean ML-1A recording can be processed through different compatible microphone models later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan two virtual microphones be blended?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The current VMS workflow includes microphone model morphing\/blending functionality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it only suitable for vocals?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. It can be used for acoustic guitar, amps, piano, percussion, voiceover and many other sources.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for loud guitar cabinets?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. With the hardware pad engaged, the ML-1A can handle very high SPL levels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes it come with a case?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehardcase is included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I part-exchange studio equipment against it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Fair Deal Music considers trade-ins and part exchanges across a wide range of studio equipment and musical instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"USED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57482146054524,"sku":"Slate Digital ML-1A Modelling Microphone, (Used)","price":199.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0441\/6457\/9484\/files\/DSC00924_f4399b65-9b12-45a7-88f2-26a14287e570.jpg?v=1790074505","url":"https:\/\/www.fairdealmusic.co.uk\/products\/slate-digital-ml-1a-modelling-microphone-used","provider":"Fair Deal Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}