The Slate Digital VMS ML-1A Modeling Microphone is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone with software that’s best suited for capturing everything from vocals to live instruments to drum kits and every other use case in between.
The ML-1A packs all its punch into a sleeker, smaller shell than that of its predecessor, with a dark grey metallic body and a redesigned grille. Beyond the noteworthy aesthetic differences, the main feature change on the ML-1A is the new three-position 0 dB/ -10 dB / -20 dB pad switch. Up to 145dB SPL can be captured with the -20dB pad engaged. The ML-1A also has lower self-noise to provide the user with an even cleaner recording experience.
Virtual Microphone System
The virtual mic model user experience has also been significantly improved, with all the mic models now housed together in one self-contained plugin. Compared to the microphone modules in VMR for the ML-1 mic, the new VMS plugin provides the following additional features:
- Microphone Model Morphing for blending the characteristics of two microphone models to create an entirely new behavior
- New “Proximity” slider which applies the characteristic low-frequency boost that naturally occurs when placing the microphone closer to the sound source
- Low-frequency roll-off selector to remove undesirable rumble in certain circumstances
- Mono-to-stereo widener to spread vocals across the stereo spectrum, useful for adding contrast to background vocals
And if that wasn’t enough, the ML-1A comes with bundled with the brand-new Radio France Signature mic pack. To help celebrate our company’s French roots, we modeled 10 incredible microphones from the inventory at the legendary Radio France network HQ. From studio staples to an ‘indestructible’ mic and the biggest ribbon mic ever made, the mics in this pack are designed to make the human voice sound great.
Slate Digital VMS ML-1A Modeling Microphone Features
- Ultra-linear, sonically neutral large-diaphragm condenser microphone
- Works with Virtual Microphone System plugin to recreate the sound and tone of up to 36 vintage microphones, all available in the Complete Access Bundle subscription
- Three-position 0 dB/ -10 dB / -20 dB pad switch; can accommodate up to 145 dB SPL with -20 dB pad engaged
- Lower self-noise (8dB) for cleaner recordings
- Updated design; new color and unique grill shape
Slate Digital VMS ML-1A Modeling Microphone Specifications
- Microphone Type: Condenser
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Diaphragm Size: 1-inch
- Frequency Range: 20Hz – 20,000Hz
- Output Impedance: 50 ohms
- Sensitivity: -32.5dB
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 86dB
- Self-Noise: 8 dB
- Connector: XLR
- Power Source: Phantom
Slate Digital VMS ML-1A Modeling Microphone Includes
- Slate Digital ML-1A Modeling Microphone
- Slate Digital Virtual Microphone System Plug-In
- Shock Mount
- Carrying Case
- Manufacturer Warranty
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Slate Digital ML1A
Mar 2nd 2026good microphone for the price, however, it’s not perfect, for a few reasons: this microphone can be a little sibilant, and the emulations are okay but aren’t really that powerful, very subtle changes and doesnt sound anything close to what you would expect it to be, again, very subtle changes… what I do like as far as the mic itself, its a solid all arounder that can work on just about any source, especially vocals (what it’s really designed for), without the software/emulations it’s a accurate and flat mic which uses those emulations to shape it into those mics with additional character, this mic can actually be used on its own by itself without the software and still sound good and be EQ’d well after recording… I recommend this for anybody who needs one mic to be a workhorse and an all arounder in the studio if they can only have one… overall good but not excellent for the price but it’s still a winner!
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