Experience the ultimate studio flexibility with the Slate Digital ML-1, an innovative large-diaphragm condenser microphone designed to revolutionize your recording sessions. This microphone is not just a piece of hardware, but a complete system that combines a fully transparent, full-range condenser capsule with industry-leading modeling software. This combination allows the ML-1 to emulate some of the most sought-after vintage and modern microphones in the world.

The ML-1 offers an incredibly linear frequency response and ultralow noise floor, capturing audio with unparalleled clarity. This serves as a perfect blank canvas for the software's microphone emulations. With a simple turn of a dial, you can transform the ML-1 into a vintage tube mic, a modern condenser, or a dynamic mic, providing a tonal flexibility that would traditionally require an investment of hundreds of thousands of dollars.

The ML-1 is designed with high-end components, including a gold-sputtered capsule housed in a robust metal chassis with an internal shock mount to prevent unwanted vibrations. It also features a state-of-the-art FET preamp and transformerless circuit path for maximum transparency, capturing audio with stunning realism and detail across all frequency ranges.

Key Features:

• Ultra-linear, sonically neutral large-diaphragm condenser microphone
• Includes revolutionary VMS mic/preamp modeling software for unlimited sonic options
• Accurately reproduces the proximity effect of a vintage large-diaphragm condenser in cardioid mode
• Gold-sputtered capsule and state-of-the-art FET preamp for maximum transparency
• Robust metal chassis with an internal shock mount to prevent unwanted vibrations
• Ideal for studio use, live sound, and field recording applications
• Neutral ML-1 condenser microphone, which is tuned to the VMS hard- and software
• VMS plug-in software can completely change sound characteristics even after recording
• Virtual selection of classic vintage microphones and preamp models as well as unique models for advanced recording techniques
• Compatible with Mac and PC platforms
• Includes licenses for Classic Tubes 1 & 2 and Virtual Preamp Collection
• Software requires iLok 2 / iLok 3 (not included)
• Note: Requires copy protection iLok Cloud service or iLok 2 / iLok 3 (not included)

Product specs

FAQs

Does the Slate Digital ML-1 require phantom power?

Yes, the Slate Digital ML-1 requires +48V phantom power to operate. Make sure to activate this feature on your audio interface before use.

What polar pattern does the Slate Digital ML-1 use?

The Slate Digital ML-1 uses a cardioid polar pattern, which is ideal for capturing sound directly in front of the microphone while minimizing ambient noise from the sides and rear.

Is the Slate Digital ML-1 suitable for vocal recording?

Yes, the Slate Digital ML-1 is well-suited for vocal recording, especially when paired with the VMS (Virtual Microphone System) for versatile sound modeling.

Does the Slate Digital ML-1 come with a shockmount?

Yes, the Slate Digital ML-1 includes a shockmount to help reduce vibrations and handling noise during recording sessions.

Can the Slate Digital ML-1 be used without the VMS software?

While the Slate Digital ML-1 can be used without the VMS software, its full potential is realized when used with the VMS for access to various microphone emulations and enhanced sound shaping.