MD2a

Common name: Groove Tubes MD2a

Production Status: Discontinued / Vintage

The MD2a is a large diaphragm cardioid tube condenser microphone. It uses a 32 mm Josephson made capsule and a 12AT7 tube. The MD2a is equipped with a variable attenuation pad ranging from 10 to 20 dB in ten steps. It is ideal for vocals and acoustic instruments. PS2M power supply, EC-1 M 9 pin microphone cable, MSC moisture proof case and ST-1 shock mount priced separately. The “a” versions feature a new amplifier circuitry to further reduce noise, increase headroom, high frequency response and lower total harmonic distortion than the previous ones.

Electrical Characteristics

Frequency Response
40Hz - 25 kHz
Output Sensitivity
26.4 mV/Pa
Max SPL
130
Max SPL, THD:
1
Self Noise (CCIR)
dB
Self Noise (DIN/IEC)
26 dB-A
Output Impedance
30Ω
Recommended Load
0.5kΩ
Powering
Proprietary unit
Supply Current
mA
Alternative Powering
Tube Model
ECC81/12AT7/6201
Tube Brand
GT Electronics

Switchable Options

Pad
10 dB, 20 dB
Filter/EQ

Physical Characteristics

Connector
9-pin (Quick-Lok DB-9)
Connector notes
Available Colours
Black
Weight
Length
Min diameter width
Max diameter
Depth

Accessories

Included
Optional
PS2M power supply, EC-1 M 9 pin microphone cable, MSC moisture proof case and ST-1 shock mount.