Following in the footsteps of the highly successful MXL 2001, the 2006 is a large-diaphragm, gold-sputtered true 'Class A' FET condenser microphone -- a sweet and silky-sounding microphone that is perfect for vocal and instrument recording alike. The MXL 2006 is a super-sensitive large-diaphragm condenser microphone, ideal for budget-minded home studios. Whether you need some fresh vocals for your future hip-hop hit or crisp, clean acoustic guitar for the folk-opera you've been putting the finishing touches on, this microphone can handle it. Designed with a large, highly sensitive 32 mm condenser capsule and fixed cardioid pattern, the MXL 2006 captures the details and nuances of vocals, acoustic guitar, electric guitar cabinets, and even percussion. Its impressive sound quality is backed by Class A circuitry and a balanced transformerless output for outstanding results in recording studios or live applications. The one-inch gold-sputtered diaphragm results in a very sensitive microphone that reveals subtle sonic details in your recordings. Features:- Class A circuitry - Gold-sputtered, low-distortion 32 mm large diaphragm - FET preamp with balanced transformerless output - Fixed cardioid pickup pattern - Includes shock mount and deluxe carrying case.