Universal Audio Sphere DLX Modeling Microphone

Record with the greatest mic ever made

The Universal Audio Sphere DLX modeling microphone system consists of a precision large diaphragm condenser mic and a Sphere plug-in, letting you accurately emulate the most coveted vintage and modern microphones ever made. Featuring 38 legendary mic models of Neumann, Telefunken, AKG, Sony, and more, the Universal Audio Sphere DLX gives your productions the most sought-after ribbon, condenser, and dynamic microphones ever made. 

With dual gold-sputtered diaphragms and the lowest noise of any mic in its class, the Universal Audio Sphere DLX outfits your studio with a premium, large-diaphragm condenser microphone, precision-built to deliver years of inspiration for your music, podcasts, and voiceovers.Thanks to its dual-capsule design, the Universal Audio Sphere DLX lets you easily record piano, drums, strings, and more in stereo. You can even use different mic models on the left and right channels for a more colorful stereo image. Plus, you can blend the sound of two mono mics using Dual Mode, and get classic-sounding mic recipes on snare drums and guitar cabs. 

The Universal Audio Sphere DLX lets you audition classic mics before, during, and after recording with any interface, in any DAW. And when paired with an Apollo interface, you can do this with near‑zero latency.

NOW YOU CAN

• Record with 38 of the most sought-after ribbon, condenser, and dynamic microphones ever made
• Change mic type, polar pattern, and other microphone characteristics, even after tracking
• Get the ultimate mic modeling system with a large-diaphragm condenser mic featuring dual gold-sputtered diaphragms and the lowest noise of any mic in its class
• Record acoustic guitar, strings, horns, and more in stereo with a single microphone

SPECIFICATION

• Equivalent Noise Level - 7 dBA
• Max SPL (1% THD) - 140 dB (with -20 dB pad switch engaged)
• Pad Attenuation -20 dB
• Sensitivity - 33 dB (22 mV) ref 1V at 1 Pa, 1 kHz
• Output Connector - 5-pin XLR (male)
• Breakout Cable - 10-ft 5-pin XLR (female) to dual 3-pin XLR (female)
• Output Impedance - 200 Ω
• Recommended Load Impedance > 2000 Ω
• Phantom Power - Voltage: 44–52 V per channel; Current: 5 mA per channel (typical), 8 mA per channel (max SPL)