MXL 5000 Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone -10 dB pad Clean, detailed sound Low frequency roll-off switch Ideal for smooth, rich vocal tracks Large dynamic range The MXL 5000 is a classic condenser microphone wrapped in modern metallic blue and silver The 5000s large diaphragm capsule has a cardioid polar pattern, with a -10db pad and low frequency roll-off Deep voices and low instruments sound smooth and clear The 5000 is a solid state microphone designed with a similar rich sound and tonal quality to well-known classic German microphones