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MXL 2006 Facts: 127 Specifications & 21 Highlights

How does the MXL 2006 stack up? With 127 specs including general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces, it might just be your next studio essential.

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General Information Dimensions & Weight Audio Performance Power & Battery

General Information

Product Type: Condenser Defines the basic category of the microphone.
Easily Mounted with Stand,Boom Arm,Shock Mount The typical mounting or support style.

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Dimensions & Weight

0.23 inch slimmer width The microphone’s overall width. 2.4 inch vs 2.6 inch
0.43 inch shallower depth The microphone’s overall depth. 2.4 inch vs 2.8 inch
Standard 5/8" Mounting Thread The thread size for mounting compatibility.

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Audio Performance

Professional Condenser Microphone Defines the operating principle of the microphone.
8.03 dBV/Pa higher sensitivity Output level relative to sound pressure. -34.9 dBV/Pa vs -42.9 dBV/Pa
1.88 dB cleaner signal-to-noise ratio The clarity ratio between signal and background noise. 78.0 dB vs 76.1 dB
6.35 dB lower self-noise level The self-noise generated by the microphone. 16.0 dB vs 22.4 dB
9.76 dB wider dynamic range The range between quietest and loudest sounds captured. 120.0 dB vs 110.2 dB
0.53 % lower distortion level Distortion added at high volumes. 0.0 % vs 0.6 %
High-Quality Studio-Grade Preamp Describes the built-in preamp’s fidelity.
18.34 Hz deeper low-end response The lowest frequency the mic can capture. 20.0 Hz vs 38.3 Hz
1,988.42 Hz extended high-end response The highest frequency the mic can capture. 20,000.0 Hz vs 18,011.6 Hz
162.26 ohm lower output impedance Electrical resistance of the microphone’s output. 150.0 ohm vs 312.3 ohm
Strong Cardioid Directionality General pickup orientation.
Advanced Pressure Gradient Design The underlying sound capture mechanism.
Excellent Fast Transient Response Ability to capture sudden sound changes.
7.92 dB higher overload tolerance The SPL level where overload occurs. 136.0 dB vs 128.1 dB
4.34 dBV/Pa stronger output level The output voltage relative to input pressure. -37.0 dBV/Pa vs -41.3 dBV/Pa

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Power & Battery

4.54 Volt lower power requirement Specifies the phantom power voltage needed. 48.0 Volt vs 43.5 Volt

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MXL 2006

MXL 2006 is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone built to capture clean vocals and instruments with balanced frequency response. It is suited for home studios, voice recording, and general music production.

Specifications & Facts ¹²⁷

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Is the MXL 2006 worth it? Compare its 127 specs — including the well-loved general information, dimensions & weight, audio performance & connectivity & interfaces — plus price and performance vs other microphones.

General Information ¹⁷

MXL 2006 Product Type

What is the product type?

67 MXL 2006 0 Votes Condenser

62 Microphones in this range Condenser

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This microphone is a condenser type, which generally provides greater sensitivity and accuracy compared to dynamic types.

Defines the basic category of the microphone.

MXL 2006 Form Factor

What is the form factor?

37 MXL 2006 0 Votes Desktop

51 Microphones in this range Handheld

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The form factor is desktop, making it suitable for stationary use on desks or recording surfaces.

Describes the physical style of the microphone.

MXL 2006 Connectivity Type

What is the connectivity type?

37 MXL 2006 0 Votes Wired, XLR

49 Microphones in this range Wired, XLR

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Connectivity is provided via wired connection through XLR, a standard for professional audio equipment.

Defines how the microphone connects to devices.

MXL 2006 Compatibility

Which devices or platforms are compatible?

35 MXL 2006 0 Votes Mixer, Audio Interface

53 Microphones in this range Mixer, Audio Interface, PA System

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Compatibility with mixers and audio interfaces allows integration into various recording and live setups.

Lists supported platforms and devices.

MXL 2006 User Skill Level

What is the user skill level?

47 MXL 2006 0 Votes Beginner, Intermediate, Professional

70 Microphones in this range Professional

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This microphone is suitable for users ranging from beginners to professionals, indicating versatility in skill levels.

Recommended audience expertise level.

MXL 2006 Model Name

What is the model name?

55 MXL 2006 0 Votes 2006

66 Microphones in this range Super 55 Deluxe

The specific product identifier from the manufacturer.

Dimensions & Weight ⁶

MXL 2006 Weight

What is the weight?

1.3 lbs 0Votes

0.83 lbs (Average)

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The microphone weight is 1.3 lbs (0.59 kg), indicating a moderately light device for desktop use.

The microphone’s physical weight.

MXL 2006 Width

What is the width?

2.36 inch 0Votes

2.59 inch (Average)

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The width is 2.36 inch (6.0 cm), relevant for fitting onto stands or tight spaces.

The microphone’s overall width.

MXL 2006 Depth

What is the depth?

2.36 inch 0Votes

2.79 inch (Average)

MXL 2006

The depth is 2.36 inch (6.0 cm), which influences how much desk or stand space the microphone occupies.

The microphone’s overall depth.

MXL 2006 Height

What is the height?

6.69 inch 0Votes

5.56 inch (Average)

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The height of 6.69 inch (17.0 cm) affects placement options and portability.

The microphone’s overall height.

MXL 2006 Capsule Diameter

What is the capsule diameter?

0.98 inch 0Votes

133.63 inch (Average)

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The capsule diameter is 0.98 inch (2.49 cm). This size affects the microphone's sensitivity and frequency response characteristics.

The diameter of the microphone capsule.

MXL 2006 Mounting Thread Size

What is the mounting thread size?

77 MXL 2006 0 Votes 5/8"

74 Microphones in this range 5/8"

The thread size for mounting compatibility.

Audio Performance ²²

MXL 2006 Microphone Type

What is the microphone type?

77 MXL 2006 0 Votes Condenser

65 Microphones in this range Condenser

MXL 2006

It features a condenser microphone type, suited for capturing detailed and nuanced audio.

Defines the operating principle of the microphone.

MXL 2006 Sensitivity

What is the sensitivity?

-34.9 dBV/Pa 0Votes

-42.93 dBV/Pa (Average)

MXL 2006

Sensitivity is -34.9 dBV/Pa, indicating how well the microphone converts sound pressure into electrical signal.

Output level relative to sound pressure.

MXL 2006 Signal-to-Noise Ratio

What is the SNR?

78 dB 0Votes

76.12 dB (Average)

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It offers a signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of 78 dB, indicating a relatively clear audio signal over inherent noise.

The clarity ratio between signal and background noise.

MXL 2006 Max SPL

What is the maximum SPL?

130 dB 0Votes

131.24 dB (Average)

MXL 2006

The maximum sound pressure level (Max SPL) is 130 dB, enabling it to handle very loud sound sources without distortion.

The maximum loudness before distortion.

MXL 2006 Equivalent Noise Level

What is the equivalent noise level?

16 dB 0Votes

22.35 dB (Average)

MXL 2006

Equivalent noise level is 16 dB, which shows the noise floor and affects recording clarity in quiet environments.

The self-noise generated by the microphone.

MXL 2006 Dynamic Range

What is the dynamic range?

120 dB 0Votes

110.24 dB (Average)

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The dynamic range reaches 120 dB, supporting a wide range between the quietest and loudest sounds without distortion.

The range between quietest and loudest sounds captured.

Connectivity & Interfaces ¹⁰

MXL 2006 Connection Interface

What is the connection interface?

27 MXL 2006 0 Votes XLR

37 Microphones in this range XLR

MXL 2006

The connection interface is XLR, a reliable and professional standard for audio connectivity.

Defines the main interface for connectivity.

MXL 2006 Shielding Against RF Interference

Is there RF shielding?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

MXL 2006

Shielding against RF interference is included, reducing unwanted noise caused by radio frequencies.

Indicates built-in protection against RF interference.

MXL 2006 Cable Detachable

Is the cable detachable?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the cable can be detached or replaced.

MXL 2006 Audio Output Options

What are the audio output options?

0 MXL 2006 0 Votes Analog, Balanced

36 Microphones in this range Analog, Balanced

Lists output signal formats available.

MXL 2006 Phantom Power Support

Does it support phantom power?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the mic supports phantom power.

MXL 2006 Multi-Device Pairing

Does it support multi-device pairing?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.

Power & Battery ⁶

MXL 2006 Phantom Power Requirement

What is the phantom power requirement?

48 Volt 0Votes

43.46 Volt (Average)

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Phantom power requirement is 48 Volt, a standard voltage for powering condenser microphones.

Specifies the phantom power voltage needed.

MXL 2006 Power Source

What is the power source?

0 MXL 2006 0 Votes Phantom

37 Microphones in this range Phantom

Defines how the microphone is powered.

MXL 2006 Auto Power-Off

Does it have auto power-off?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether the microphone shuts down automatically when idle.

MXL 2006 Replaceable Battery Support

Does it support replaceable batteries?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if batteries can be swapped.

MXL 2006 External Power Supply Compatibility

Is it compatible with an external power supply?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Can the mic run on external AC/DC supply.

MXL 2006 Power Indicator Light

Does it have a power indicator light?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a light shows power/battery status.

Controls & Features ¹⁷

MXL 2006 Mute Function

Does it have a mute function?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to mute audio directly on the mic.

MXL 2006 Gain Control

Does it have gain control?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to adjust input gain directly.

MXL 2006 Headphone Monitoring

Does it support headphone monitoring?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Direct monitoring via headphone output.

MXL 2006 Monitoring Mix Control

Does it have monitoring mix control?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Lets user adjust mic vs playback audio mix.

MXL 2006 Touch/Motion Controls

Does it support touch/motion controls?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Allows interaction via touch gestures or motion.

MXL 2006 LED Indicator Lights

Does it have LED indicators?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Lights that show status such as mute, levels, or power.

Build & Design ¹⁷

MXL 2006 Body Material

What is the body material?

0 MXL 2006 0 Votes Metal

36 Microphones in this range Metal

MXL 2006

The body material is metal, providing durability and a premium feel.

The main structural material of the microphone body.

MXL 2006 Detachable Mount

Is the mount detachable?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

MXL 2006

The microphone supports a detachable mount, allowing replacement or customization.

If the mount can be detached for flexibility.

MXL 2006 Swivel/Pivot Capability

Does it have swivel/pivot capability?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

MXL 2006

Swivel and pivot capabilities allow flexible microphone positioning for optimal sound capture.

Whether the microphone head or stand can rotate.

MXL 2006 Foldable Design

Is it foldable?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

MXL 2006

The microphone does not have a foldable design, so it is not intended for compact portability.

Indicates if the mic or its stand can fold for portability.

MXL 2006 Grill Material

What is the grill material?

0 MXL 2006 0 Votes Metal

34 Microphones in this range Metal

MXL 2006

The grill material is metal, providing durability and protection for the microphone capsule.

The material of the protective mic grill.

MXL 2006 Internal Dampening Material

What is the internal dampening material?

0 MXL 2006 0 Votes Foam

29 Microphones in this range Foam

MXL 2006

Internal dampening material is foam, which helps reduce mechanical vibrations and handling noise.

The material used internally to reduce noise/vibration.

Package & Accessories ¹²

MXL 2006 Mounting Clip

Is a mounting clip included?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

MXL 2006

A mounting clip is included, facilitating easy attachment to stands or mounts.

Whether a clip for attaching to stands/instruments is included.

MXL 2006 Instruction Manual

Is an instruction manual included?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

MXL 2006

An instruction manual is provided to assist users in setup and operation.

Whether a manual or quick-start guide is included.

MXL 2006 Packaging Type

What is the packaging type?

0 MXL 2006 0 Votes Box

35 Microphones in this range Box

MXL 2006

Packaging type is a box, standard for retail and shipping protection.

Defines how the product is packaged.

MXL 2006 Warranty Card

Is a warranty card included?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

MXL 2006

The product comes with a warranty card, ensuring support and service after purchase.

Whether a warranty card is included.

MXL 2006 Protective Foam Insert

Is protective foam included?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

MXL 2006

A protective foam insert is included to help reduce wind noise and plosives during recording.

Indicates if protective foam is part of packaging.

MXL 2006 Stand/Tripod

Is a stand/tripod included?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Whether a stand or tripod is included in the box.

Certification & Compliance ⁶

MXL 2006 Safety Compliance

Is it safety compliant?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

MXL 2006

The microphone meets safety compliance standards, ensuring safe usage under defined conditions.

Indicates adherence to safety regulations.

MXL 2006 RoHS Compliance

Is it RoHS compliant?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

MXL 2006

The product is RoHS compliant, ensuring it meets environmental safety standards by limiting hazardous materials.

Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive compliance.

MXL 2006 Warranty

What is the warranty period?

0 years 0Votes

2.37 years (Average)

Duration of manufacturer warranty coverage.

MXL 2006 Environmental Compliance

Is it environmentally compliant?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

Compliance with eco/environmental regulations.

MXL 2006 FCC/CE Approval

Is it FCC/CE approved?

Yes 0Votes MXL 2006

Yes Microphones in this range

Explicit FCC/CE compliance approval.

MXL 2006 Professional Broadcast Certification

Is it broadcast certified?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Indicates if the mic meets pro broadcast standards.

Advanced Features ¹⁴

MXL 2006 Multi-Pattern Switching

Does it support multi-pattern switching?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Ability to switch between multiple pickup patterns.

MXL 2006 DSP Processing

Does it include DSP processing?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Built-in digital signal processing for sound shaping.

MXL 2006 AI Noise Cancellation

Does it feature AI noise cancellation?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

AI-powered suppression of background noise.

MXL 2006 Beamforming Technology

Does it support beamforming?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Uses mic arrays to focus on sound sources.

MXL 2006 Voice Tracking

Does it include voice tracking?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Automatically follows speaker’s voice.

MXL 2006 Recording Profiles

Does it have recording profiles?

No 0Votes ~~MXL 2006~~

Yes Microphones in this range

Predefined sound settings for specific uses.

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MXL 2006 Sound Quality

How would you rate the sound quality of this microphone?

Crisp and professional 0Votes

Good and clear 0Votes

Average clarity 0Votes

Distorted and unclear 0Votes

MXL 2006 Noise Handling

How well does this microphone handle background noise?

Blocks out most noise 0Votes

Handles noise fairly well 0Votes

Reduces some noise 0Votes

Picks up everything 0Votes

MXL 2006 Battery Life

How long does the battery last on this microphone?

Excellent — Over 20 hours 0Votes

Long lasting — 10 to 20 hours 0Votes

Decent — 5 to 10 hours 0Votes

Short — 2 to 5 hours 0Votes

Very short — Under 2 hours 0Votes

MXL 2006 Durability

How durable is this microphone based on build and lifespan?

Highly durable — Over 4 years 0Votes

Solid — 2 to 4 years 0Votes

Average — 1 to 2 years 0Votes

Very fragile — Less than 1 year 0Votes

MXL 2006 Weight

How heavy is this microphone?

Ultra-light — Under 150 grams 0Votes

Lightweight — 150 to 300 grams 0Votes

Medium — 300 to 500 grams 0Votes

Heavy — 500 to 800 grams 0Votes

Very heavy — Over 800 grams 0Votes

MXL 2006 Design Appeal

How attractive is the design of this microphone?

Plain and boring 0Votes

Somewhat okay 0Votes

Nice looking 0Votes

Stylish and modern 0Votes

MXL 2006 Pricing

How do you feel about the price of this microphone?

Great value for money 0Votes

Pretty good price 0Votes

Fair deal 0Votes

Kinda pricey 0Votes

Crazy expensive 0Votes

MXL 2006 Sensitivity

How sensitive is this microphone to capturing sound?

Very sensitive — Detects quiet sounds clearly 0Votes

Sensitive — Captures a wide sound range 0Votes

Moderate — Picks up normal voice levels well 0Votes

Low — Needs to be close to sound source 0Votes

Very low — Struggles to capture soft voices 0Votes

MXL 2006 Frequency Response Range

What do you think about the frequency response range of this microphone?

Wide range — 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0Votes

Good range — 30 Hz to 18 kHz 0Votes

Decent range — 40 Hz to 16 kHz 0Votes

Limited range — 50 Hz to 14 kHz 0Votes

Narrow range — Above 60 Hz only 0Votes

MXL 2006 Connectivity

How stable and reliable is the connection of this microphone?

Excellent — Always stable, no dropouts 0Votes

Good — Works smoothly with rare issues 0Votes

Decent — Occasional minor disconnections 0Votes

Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0Votes

Poor — Frequently loses connection 0Votes

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MXL 2006 Manual

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