the t.bone MB 85

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the t.bone MB 85

the t.bone

MB 85

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 141194
Model: MB 85
Price: $28.05

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The t.bone MB 85 is a remarkably affordable workhorse mic. It's a solid choice for beginners, podcasters, or anyone needing a reliable mic for rehearsals and basic tracking – especially if you’re on a tight budget and don't need pristine audio quality. Don't expect studio-grade performance, but it's surprisingly capable for the price.

Product Description

  • the t.bone MB 85
  • Dynamic universal microphone
  • Ideal for drums
  • vocal and guitar recordings
  • Cardioid polar pattern
  • Frequency range 20 -18
  • 000 Hz
  • Impedance 230 Ohm
  • Sensitivity -56 dB
  • Weight 300 g
  • Includes switch and holder
PROS
  • • Surprisingly robust zinc alloy body for its price bracket
  • • Cardioid pattern provides decent isolation in less-than-ideal rooms
  • • Acceptable transient response for drums and amplified instruments
  • • Lightweight design makes it usable for extended vocal performances
CONS
  • • High output impedance requires a preamp with good gain and impedance matching
  • • Frequency response lacks refinement; can sound boxy at lower mids
  • • Limited high-frequency extension results in a slightly dull overall tone

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Key Features

Polar Pattern Cardioid
Frequency Range 20-18,000 Hz
Sensitivity -56 dB
Impedance 230 Ohm
Connector XLR
Weight 300 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The SM58 is a benchmark, and the MB 85 doesn’t quite match its clarity or detail. It's a budget-friendly alternative offering a similar, though less refined, vocal character.
It *can* be used, but the limited high-frequency response will likely make the guitar sound dark and lacking in air. A condenser mic would be a better choice for acoustic instruments.
Given the high impedance, a preamp with a decent amount of clean gain and a respectable input impedance (at least 600 Ohms) is essential to avoid a rolled-off frequency response.

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