Monkey Banana Mangabey Black
Construction and specifications of Monkey Banana Mangabey Black
- Polar pattern: Omnidirectional, cardioid, figure-of-eight – 6 additional patterns adjustable
- 34 mm Condenser capsule
- Hand-selected 12AX7 triode
- Frequency range: 20 Hz-20 kHz
- Max SPL: 135 dB (@ 1 kHz _/< 1 % T.H.D.)
- Output impedance: 100 ohms (+/-30 %) (@ 1 kHz)
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 80 dB
- Power supply: External power supply (included)
- Includes shock mount, 7-pin connection cable as well as a protective pouch
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Customer Review Summary
Review of the Monkey Banana Mangabey Black
Having recently compared various microphones, I decided to try the Monkey Banana Mangabey Black after using a Rode NT2-A for a recording session in my home studio. While the Rode was incredibly sensitive to pops and background noise, making it somewhat challenging in my untreated recording environment, the Mangabey has proven to be a fantastic alternative.
In the same recording conditions and with the same vocalist, the Mangabey showed significantly less sensitivity to unwanted sounds. I experienced no pops when using a Gravity MA POP 1, and there was no noticeable background noise even when adjusting levels or applying compression in the mix. Although the highs may not be as brilliant as those produced by the Rode, the overall sound quality is impressive, capturing the vocalist authentically.
The build quality of the Mangabey feels solid and well-constructed. While I would have appreciated a -5/-10 dB switch, it ultimately wasn’t necessary for my recordings. I can also do without a low-cut/high-pass filter, though some users may find that feature useful.
In conclusion, for the price, the Monkey Banana Mangabey Black offers excellent value and performance. While it may not compete with high-end microphones like Neumann, it certainly excels in forgiving recording mistakes, making it an ideal choice for home recording enthusiasts.
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