Superlux CMH8D Tube Condenser Microphone
Best warm sounding microphone for budget conscious home studio producers.
The Superlux CMH8D is a dual 1" gold-evaporated diaphragm vacuum tube condenser microphone designed for professional recording and broadcasting. It delivers exceptionally warm sound and accurate textures, making it ideal for a wide range of creative audio applications. Its valve amplifier design ensures a true, natural tube sound, capturing the nuances of vocals, strings, acoustic instruments, brass, woodwinds, and percussion. This microphone offers low noise performance and comes with a specific power supply and a comprehensive set of accessories for immediate use.
$295.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1986
/ 3337
#1986 in Microphones
Price vs Category Average
-42%
Below average
Low Frequency Filter
100
/ Hz
Who it's for
- Recording artists seeking a vintage sonic character for their tracks.
- Home studio owners needing a flexible microphone for various sources.
- Budget-conscious producers desiring the unique sound of tube microphones.
Who should skip it
- Mobile recording engineers prioritizing quick, streamlined equipment deployment.
- Critical audio engineers working on pristine, low-noise acoustic projects.
- Users preferring maintenance-free equipment for long-term, consistent performance.
Key Specs
Low Frequency Filter
100 Hz
Pad
-10 dB
Sensitivity Omni
-32 dBV/Pa (25 mV)
Sensitivity Cardioid
-28 dBV/Pa (40 mV)
Output Impedance
200 Ω
Min. Load Impedance
1,000 Ω
S/N Ratio
76 / 80 dB
Equivalent Output Noise
18 / 14 dB
Features
- Dual 1" gold-evaporated diaphragm
- Vacuum tube amplifier design
- Low noise, warm sound
- Accurate sound textures
- Champagne silver finish
- Includes aluminum carrying case
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the microphone's impressive sound quality, particularly its warm and rich tone, which often exceeds expectations for its price point. Many users highlight its ability to capture vocals and instruments with clarity and character, making it a strong contender against more expensive alternatives. While some minor build quality observations exist, the overwhelming sentiment points to exceptional sonic performance and remarkable value for money, establishing it as a highly regarded option for home studios and project recording.
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