MXL Genesis FET User Manual

Marshall Electronics

Professional Audio Division

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www.mxlmics.com

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Studio Condenser Microphone

Thank you for choosing the Genesis FET

Microphone from MXL®.

Thank you for choosing the state of the art

Genesis FET microphone from MXL®.

Your new Genesis FET microphone was designed and
engineered in the USA by our world class team of electrical
and audio engineers, and is built for the most critical sound
applications. The Genesis FET is a phantom powered, solid

state microphone that replicates the finest characteristics

of the Genesis Tube Microphone.

GENESIS FET Specs

Specifications

Type Pressure gradient 32mm capsule

Diaphragm Gold-sputtered, 6 micron diaphragm

Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20 kHz

Polar Pattern Cardioid

Sensitivity -30 dB re 1 V/Pa

Impedance 150 ohms

Max SPL for .5% THD 140 dB

S/N Ratio 81 dB (Ref. 1 Pa A weighted)

Equivalent Noise Level 13 dB (A weighted IEC 651)

Dynamic Range 127 dB

Power Requirements Phantom Power 48V +/- 4V

Weight 0.95lbs/431g

Size 47mm x 225mm / 1.85 inches x 8.86 inches

Metal Finish Red body and Gold Grill

The MXL® Genesis FET features individually selected
components, chosen for their superior sonic capabilities.
Your Genesis FET will provide many years of outstanding

service and will always ensure you get the finest quality

recordings attainable.

To assist you in obtaining the best possible results from
your MXL® Genesis FET microphone, we have provided

some tips, tricks and answers to commonly asked

questions.

We encourage you to review these materials.

Enjoy your new microphone!

The MXL Team

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Frequency Chart Polar Pattern

Warranty

MXL microphones are guaranteed against defects in material and
workmanship for three years from date of purchase. Should you encounter
any problem with this unit, promptly contact the company from which
you purchased it for assistance. The original dated sales receipt will be
necessary for any warranty claim. Do not send any unit directly to us
without prior authorization from our service department! Warranty coverage
is limited to repair or replacement (at our option) of the microphone. It does
not cover incidental damages due to use of this unit, nor damage caused
by accidental misuse of this product.

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