The M-Audio Luna II Microphone Finally Shipping

The Luna microphone series from M-Audio has just received a new member in the body of the Luna II; and this new piece of high-class audio gear is also close to the first shipping (hence the news). If you're looking for a no-nonsense large-diaphragm microphone and are also on a relatively tight budget, then this new one might be what you were after. Destined for (home) studio use and even for demanding pro-grade applications, this new contraption bearing the M-Audio badge will definitely have your music sound better.

We're talking about a professional cardioid studio condenser microphone suitable for both vocal performance and instrument recording. The Class A solid-state electronics inside this nifty microphone ensure the quality of your recordings without drilling a burning hole in your budget.

And since we've mentioned "large diaphragm," the Luna II sports a top-drawer 1.1" diameter diaphragm made from Mylar and boasting a 3-micron evaporated gold coating, all in a brass capsule for a warm, classic tone and superior sensitivity both on- and off-axis. The less common "lollipop" design of the M-Audio Luna II may look uncanny for most people, yet there is a scientific reason for this choice: the flattened design minimizes the audio diffraction caused by sound hitting the body of the mic and thus enhances the purity of the signal.

This mic can be successfully used to capture high-level instruments like bass drums and guitar cabinets, renowned for the explosive character of their sounds. And with the addition of a -10 dB switch, the M-Audio Luna II is now capable to work perfectly in extremely loud environments up to 140 dB and still deliver a pristine natural sound.

M-Audio Luna II is delivered with a stylish protective wooden case and a heavy-duty shock mount rack, all for the very affordable price of $400, available starting the end of this month. How many decibels does Christmas produce?

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