JZ Microphones MU-1 — a ribbon/condenser microphone

JZ Microphones has announced a hybrid large-diaphragm 27 mm microphone combining ribbon and condenser designs.

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The microphone places a Golden Drop capsule, used in the highly rated Black Hole range, beside a high-quality ribbon with 1.2 μm foil. The design aligns phase and levels between the two elements. This makes microphone placement quicker than using two separate microphones.

Photo: official website jzmic

JZ Microphones MU-1 specifications

Maximum sound pressure level: 134.5/125 dB
Polar pattern: cardioid/figure-eight
Frequency range: 20 Hz–20 kHz / 35 Hz–15 kHz
Dynamic range: 128 dB
Sensitivity: 21 mV/Pa at 1 kHz
Output impedance: 50/250 ohms
Equivalent input noise: -130 dBu
Nominal impedance: >100 ohms
Signal-to-noise ratio: 87.5 dB(A)
Noise level: 6.5 dB(A)
Weight: 1,290 g.

One five-pin XLR carries signals from both elements. The included breakout cable separates them into two standard three-pin XLR outputs. The microphone has a sturdy all-metal body and includes a shock mount and wooden case.

Photo: official website jzmic

JZ Microphones MU-1 is available to pre-order for around $2,000.