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UA Sphere LX Modeling Microphone

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UA Sphere LX Modeling Microphone
UA Sphere LX Modeling Microphone
UA Sphere LX Modeling Microphone

UA Sphere LX Modeling Microphone

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Record through 20 of the greatest mics ever made.

  • Record with 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
  • Includes mic stand mount, 10’ cable, and carrying case

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Included Microphone Models

Large Diaphragm Condensers
LD-47K
LD-67 NOS
LD-87 Vintage
LD-87 Modern
LD-103
LD-12
LD-251
LD-800
LD-414 Brass
LD-414 US

Dynamics
DN-57
DN-7
DN-20
DN-409U
DN-421B
DN-12A

Ribbons
RB-121

Small Diaphragm Condensers
SD-451
SD-416

Custom Mics
Sphere Linear
Sphere Diffuse
Sphere Direct

Details

  • Microphone Type: Modeling Condenser
  • Polar Pattern: Variable Dual Output
  • Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
  • Sensitivity: -39 dB (11 mV) ref 1V at 1 Pa, 1 kHz
  • Output Impedance: 200 Ohms
  • Recommended Load Impedance: > 1 K Ohms
  • Self-Noise: 10 dBA
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 84 dB
  • Maximum SPL: 145 dB SPL, 1% THD
  • Dynamic Range: 135 dB
  • Capsule: 1” Diameter Dual Diaphragm
  • Phantom Power Requirements: 48 VDC, 3 mA typical
  • Connector: 5-Pin XLRM
  • Included Accessories: Mic Stand Mount, 10’ (3m) Cable, Carrying Case
  • Included Software: Sphere Mic Collection (Mac/Windows, AU/VST/AAX/Apollo interfaces)
  • Dimensions: 7.7" (195 mm) length, 2" (50 mm) diameter
  • Weight: 1.2 lbs. (545 g)

Get the Sounds of the Greatest Mics Ever Made

Sphere LX is built upon the same powerful mic modeling technology found in our flagship DLX model, giving you the sound of classic mics used by everyone from The Beatles to Beyoncé in a smaller, more affordable package.

Explore 20 Classic Models

With the included Sphere Mic Collection software — allowing you to instantly pull up legendary mic models from Neumann, Telefunken, AKG, Sony, and more — Sphere LX puts the sound of 20 classic microphones at the ready.*

Find Your Perfect Sound in Realtime

Sphere LX lets you audition classic mics before, during, and after recording. You can do this with any audio interface in any DAW. But with an Apollo, you unlock realtime workflows so it all happens with immediacy and precision, and doesn’t affect your performance.

Combine Two Mics Like Never Before

In Dual Mode, the Sphere mic modeling system allows you to blend any two mics, perfectly in-phase. This means you can start with a classic-sounding mic combination, then tailor it to find sounds that have never been heard before, all while only setting up a single microphone.

Remove the Room for Clear Recordings

With Sphere LX’s Off-Axis Correction and IsoSphereTM technology, you can easily tame room sounds and reflections for cleaner, more professional recordings. With its expert presets tailored for the toughest acoustic spaces like bedrooms or project studios, Sphere LX comes ready to use alongside popular iso filters from sE Reflexion Filters, Aston Halo, Kaotica Eyeball, and more.*

Get Ready to Record

Sphere LX includes a mic standmount, 25' dual-output XLR cable, and carrying case — so you'll be ready to create with the sound of legendary mics the minute you unpack the box.

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The Sphere system is a hardware-plus-software solution that allows you to accurately emulate the greatest microphones ever made. Using a unique dual-diaphragm design – Sphere LX and DLX microphones give users total control over polar-pattern, off-axis response correction and access to an entire collection of legendary microphones from Neumann, Shure, Sennheiser, AKG, and more.*

Your plug-ins come in 2 versions: Native (run on your computer) and UAD-2 (run on Apollo and Satellites). You can download and install the Native plug-ins from the UA Connect application after you register your microphone from the Mics tab. To access the UAD-2 plug-ins, download the UAD Software from the Apollo & UAD-2 tab in UA Connect and authenticate them via the UAD Meter app. To get started simply download UA Connect or read our help guide for more info.

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