the t.bone MB 20

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the t.bone MB 20

the t.bone

MB 20

4.6 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 501319
Model: MB 20
Price: $93.50

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The t.bone MB 20 is a surprisingly capable broadcast mic, especially for podcasters, streamers, or voiceover artists working in less-than-ideal acoustic spaces. Its hypercardioid pattern is its strength, delivering focused sound rejection of background noise, though you’ll need to be mindful of your mic technique. For the price, it’s a real steal and punches way above its weight class.

Product Description

the t.bone MB 20, Dynamic broadcast microphone

  • Hypercardioid polar pattern to minimise ambient noise
  • Switchable low-cut and mid-range boost (6 kHz -10 kHz)
  • Output: 3-pin XLR
  • Sensitivity: -56 dB +/- 3 dB
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
  • Output impedance: 250 ohms
  • Microphone dimensions (L x Ø): 172 x 53 mm
  • Weight 700 g
  • Colour: Black
  • Includes shock mount
  • pouch
  • and wind guard
PROS
  • • Hypercardioid pattern excels at isolating vocals in noisy environments
  • • Integrated shock mount minimizes handling noise effectively
  • • Mid-range boost adds clarity and presence for spoken word
  • • Included accessories (wind guard, pouch) offer immediate usability
CONS
  • • Hypercardioid's narrow pickup requires precise mic technique
  • • Lower sensitivity necessitates a decent preamp for optimal gain
  • • Robust build feels a bit plasticky compared to higher-end mics

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Key Features

Polar Pattern Hypercardioid
Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sensitivity -56 dB +/- 3 dB
Impedance 250 ohms
Connector 3-pin XLR
Weight 700 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

It subtly emphasizes frequencies around 6-10 kHz, adding a bit of brightness and clarity, which helps vocals cut through in a mix.
While it *can* be used for instruments, its hypercardioid pattern and tailored frequency response are optimized for vocals and spoken word – don't expect a balanced instrumental recording.
It's a basic but functional shock mount, effectively reducing vibrations; more serious recording setups might benefit from a premium aftermarket replacement.

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