MXL R77
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MXL
R77
Product Info
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The MXL R77 is a surprisingly capable ribbon mic, offering that classic, mellow tone at a budget-friendly price. It’s fantastic for singers, guitarists, and anyone chasing a vintage vibe, but be mindful of its lower sensitivity and delicate ribbon. A good preamp is essential to get the best out of it.
Product Description
- MXL R77
- Ribbon Microphone
- Polar pattern: Eight
- Ribbon element: length 47 mm
- thickness 1.8 μm aluminium
- Transmission range: 20 - 18
- 000 Hz
- Max. SPL: 135 dB
- Sensitivity: 1.7 mV / Pa
- Output Impedance: 270 Ohm
- Final impedance: > 1500 Ohm
- Connection: XLR 3-pol
- Dimensions: 65 x 180 mm
- Weight: 860 g
- Colour: Chrome / Gold
- Scope of delivery: R77 microphone
- boom mount
- microfibre cleaning cloth and case
PROS
- • 47mm aluminum ribbon delivers a warm, vintage-inspired tone
- • Solid chrome/gold finish feels surprisingly robust for the price
- • Included boom mount is genuinely usable and well-stabilized
- • Figure-8 pattern excels for vocal duets and room mic techniques
CONS
- • Sensitivity is low, necessitating a preamp with ample gain
- • The aluminum ribbon is delicate; requires careful handling and phantom power protection
- • Frequency response lacks the extended highs of modern ribbon mics
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Key Features
Mic Type
Ribbon Microphone
Polar Pattern
Figure-8
Frequency Range
20 - 18,000 Hz
Max SPL
135 dB
Sensitivity
1.7 mV / Pa
Connector
XLR 3-pol
Weight
860 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
While it handles 135 dB SPL, the delicate ribbon benefits from careful gain staging; close miking snares might require padding.
Look for a clean, low-noise preamp with at least 60 dB of gain – something that can provide a healthy signal boost without adding excessive coloration.
It nails the vintage character but lacks the extended frequency response and overall refinement of high-end ribbons – consider it a great entry point into the ribbon world.
