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Groove Tubes MD1B FET (No Longer Available)

Item ID: MD1BFET

Large-diaphragm Cardioid Class A FET Condenser Microphone with Vintage Capsule Design

Sorry, the Groove Tubes MD1B FET is no longer available. We've left this page up for reference only. Check out the great alternatives on this page or call toll-free (800) 222-4700 to speak with a Sweetwater Sales Engineer about similar products.

From Our Research Team:

A Classic-sounding FET Groove Tubes Mic at a Great Price!

Don't let your budget get in the way of success in the studio. Groove Tubes has the mic you need to get pro-quality sound! MD1b-FET studio condenser microphone is a FET-based reissue of the classic MD1 tube microphone. This black beauty features a vintage-style capsule design, which is optimized for classic vocal recordings. The large (1.25") capsule gives you stellar detail and depth. Other highlights include a magnetically shielded custom-wound nickel core, an aluminum storage case, and HM1 swivel stand adapter are included. Add classic sound to you mic locker at a very reasonable price, with this amazing mic; it far exceeds the typical bang-for-the-buck ratio!

Groove Tubes MD1b-FET Studio Condenser Microphone Features:
  • Vintage-style non-disk capsule design optimized for classic vocal recordings
  • All-brass capsule with 1.04" (26mm) ultra-thin 3 micron gold-evaporated mylar diaphragm
  • Warm sounding, low-noise, Class A FET
  • Black-coated Stainless steel body with Stainless steel head and grill assembly
  • Magnetically-shielded custom-wound nickel core output transformer
  • HM1 swivel stand adapter w/locking nut included
  • Moisture-resistant aluminum storage case included

MD1b-FET Specifications:
  • Preamp topology: Class A FET
  • Polar Pattern: Cardioid
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz - 18kHz
  • Equivalent noise: 22dB SPL (A-weighted)
  • Sensitivity: 32mV/Pa
  • Maximum SPL: 134dB
  • Maximum output: 3.2V RMS for 1% THD

The Groove Tubes MD1b-FET studio condenser microphone is a classic-sounding FET design!

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Specification Detail
Manufacturer Part Number 931-1008-000

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Reviews

Really dope Condensor for the price!

by Shaun Green from North Cali
June 13, 2007
Music Background: Recording Engineer, Producer, Hobbyist, Recording Arts Major.
I give this mic a 5 since it easily puts other mics at this price point to shame.

The MD1B FET provides a fairly warm character while at the same time preserving a very intimate image o... read more [+]f both male and female vocals. Male vocals excel much better then female ones however, at least with my experience using the mic so far.

This mic has a very nice personality which makes it special to use on vocals IMO.

Also, the mic comes with a handy carry case which is padded inside making for a perfectly safe way to travel around with it.

A hard mount is provided however this mic would benefit from a shockmount much more.

All in all, i am very pleased with this mic and I plan to use it on plenty of lead vocals.

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Sweetwater Advice

Carson McClain
A go-to mic for the home studio musician. You will be very impressed with the quality of this mic. I have found with all of the Groove Tubes mics you are getting way more quality than you pay for. From the pop filter to the shockmount all the way to the circuits inside the mic you are getting a mic that is worth double the price at least. The MD1B FET sounds great on singer/songwriters, acoustic instruments, and rock or jazz vocals. A great mic at a great price.
Forrest Powell
I took an MD1BFET to the home studio about two months ago to shoot out against some other mics around the same price range, and I couldn't believe the quality on vocals. I have become a huge advocate of Aspen Pittman's company in the past year, and despite my predilections since they focus on tubes most of the time, the quality was outstanding. Nickel-core transformers win out again!
Jeff Rodgers
This mic is the most recent addition to my mic closet and has become my favorite vocal mic. Everyone who uses it is blown away with the quality and sonic character it adds to their voice. Anyone who feels that only tube mics offer warmth and fullness need to listen to this mic. It has a real nice presence between 2-5kHz.
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