Universal Audio Sphere LX Modeling Microphone
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Description
The Universal Audio Sphere LX modeling microphone gives you an unprecedented level of tonal versatility and control. This groundbreaking mic and its accompanying state-of-the-art software allow you to record through 20 precise emulations of the most coveted studio transducers ever made. With advanced modeling capabilities, you can craft your ideal mic locker and dial in a huge range of classic sounds, whether you’re a producer, engineer, musician or podcaster.
Explore a Legendary Mic Collection
UA’s industry-leading modeling technology is the engine that drives the Sphere LX large-diaphragm condenser. The brand’s relentless pursuit of analog-emulated perfection lets you virtually “swap out” microphones with a mouse click, auditioning various models before, during and after recording. Choose from 20 faithful recreations of iconic ribbons, condensers and dynamics from esteemed makers like Neumann, TELEFUNKEN, AKG and Sony. Suddenly, those prized vintage U 47s and C12s become an option for any session. You can even combine two mono mics in Dual Mode for thick tones on sources like drums and guitar amps. Love the sound of an SM57 and MD 421 on a speaker cabinet? Record a mono combo of the famed recipe.
Unmatched Flexibility and Control
Typically, you’re stuck with a standard mic’s sound once you press record, but the Universal Audio Sphere LX gives you the versatility to tweak polar patterns, proximity effect and other nuanced sonic details after tracking. This unlocks a new level of creative freedom in your recordings. At any time during production, you can experiment with different mic positions and settings that would take hours of trial, error and refinement using traditional gear and methods. You have the power to tweak your tones until they’re utterly utopian, saving immense time and effort compared to standard studio workflows—with just one golden take, you can shape the sound until it’s ideal for the tune.
Pristine Clarity With IsoSphere
The UA Sphere LX incorporates IsoSphere software to reduce room coloration and ambient noise in your recordings. This advanced processing allows you to capture crisp, clean sound anywhere, whether it’s your bedroom, dining area, den, home studio or rehearsal space. IsoSphere models a range of popular reflection filters for enhanced fidelity in untreated acoustic environments, in addition to offering an emulation of a studio vocal booth for a moderately more open—but still controlled—tonality. Your tracks will translate with stunning clarity, giving you a professional edge while recording vocals, instruments or dialogue.
Premium Craftsmanship for Years of Inspiration
More than just innovative software, the Universal Audio Sphere LX large-diaphragm modeling condenser is first engineered as a world-class analog recording tool. Its dual gold-sputtered diaphragms and ultralow self-noise ensure top-tier audio capture from the hardware itself, before the sound ever reaches the digital part of the signal path. Robust build quality also promises reliable performance for years of creativity to come, so you can count on the Sphere LX to be a go-to workhorse, day in and night out.
With its seamless blend of cutting-edge technology and premium construction, the Universal Audio Sphere LX modeling microphone delivers a creatively limitless production experience, letting users explore an array of legendary sounds in an easy-to-use hardware/software package. Head to your local Guitar Center today and experience the UA Sphere LX modeling mic for yourself—after all, why take home one microphone when you could bring back 20?
Features
- Record with 20 of the most sought-after microphones ever made
- Change mic type, polar pattern and other characteristics, even after tracking
- Use Dual Mode for rich-sounding mic combinations on snare drums and guitar cabs
- Add the ultimate modeling mic to your collection, with dual gold-sputtered diaphragms and the lowest noise of any mic in its class
- Mic stand mount, 10' cable and carrying case included
Specs
- Type: Modeling condenser
- Polar pattern: Variable dual output
- Frequency range: 20Hz–20kHz
- Sensitivity: –39dB (11mV) ref 1V at 1 Pa, 1kHz
- Output impedance: 200 ohms
- Recommended load impedance: > 1 kohms
- Self-noise: 10dBA
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 84dB
- Maximum SPL: 145dB SPL, 1% THD
- Dynamic range: 135dB
- Capsule: 1" diameter dual diaphragm
- Phantom power requirements: 48V DC, 3mA typical
- Connector: 5-pin XLRM