Marshall's MXL Div. Announces The Worlds First 24Bit/96 kHz HDTV Broadcast Quality USB MICROPHONE

Plug and Play USB simplicity with zero latency monitoring and a 114 db dynamic range makes location recording sound better than ever

(EMAILWIRE.COM, January 16, 2008 ) El Segundo, CA – MXL Microphones, the professional audio division of Marshall Electronics, is pleased to introduce the new MXL USB.008-24, USB powered cardioid condenser microphone. The new digital microphone achieves world class sound reproduction while maintaining instant plug and play recording on a Windows® PC or Apple Macintosh computer.

The MXL USB .008 24 is like having a “studio in a mic”. Vocalists, Broadcasters and Voice Over Talent will appreciate the ability to get studio quality sound with an ordinary laptop computer. It is a terrific tool for re-recording voice tracks to accompany video shot in the field. The new MXL USB.008-24 is also an excellent choice for recording acoustic instruments in non studio environments.

The MXL USB .008 24 features 32 mm pressure gradient condenser capsule with a gold sputtered diaphragm, 24-bit A/D and D/A converters, 96 kHz recording capability and a dynamic range of 114 dB. A low nose analog front end, with front panel gain control, keeps signal at the correct levels before the A/D section. With a 1/8th-inch stereo headphone jack and adjustable level control the mic provides a convenient means to monitor a recording—with zero latency, while bypassing the computer entirely. The MXL USB.008-24 also has a mix control for adjusting the balance between playback and the direct source signal—providing a fully self-contained monitoring solution for multitrack recording. A attractive blue LED behind the grill illuminates the large capsule while providing visual confirmation that the microphone is powered and active.

The New MXL USB.008-24 lets you record in any environment while delivering a full bodied sound with pristine highs, a smooth and silky midrange, and a rich low-end presence that formerly could only be achieved with expensive professional studio equipment.

The new MXL USB.008-24 cardioid condenser microphone ships with a desktop microphone stand, a mounting clip, a flight case, cleaning cloth, one USB cable, plus an owner’s manual and an applications guide. The MXL USB.008-24 carries a MSRP of $399.95.

About MXL
Marshall Electronics is the Worlds Largest Producer of HDTV LCD panels for broadcasting and production applications. Its MXL Div. is a leading manufacturer of professional audio products for the music recording, broadcast, post production, and live sound markets. Additional information on the all the MXL microphones can be found at www.mxlmics.com