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Mackie EM-91CU+ EleMent Series USB Condenser Microphone
Adding a built-in headphone output, onboard mute button, and high-resolution sample rate support to the original EM-91CU design, the Mackie EM-91CU+ USB condenser microphone offers quality sound and convenient operation for recording podcasts, streaming online, or tracking vocal parts. It also delivers a reliable and rugged design at a reasonable price, making it both a suitable entry-level product and a solid choice to augment a podcaster’s existing collection.
Studio Recording, Podcast, Web-Streaming, Conferencing
Form Factor
Desktop / Stand/Boom Mount
Intended Sound Sources
Vocals, Speech/Voice Over, Instrument
Sound Field
Mono
Operating Principle
Pressure Gradient
Capsule
Electret Condenser
Diaphragm
0.6″ / 14 mm
Polar Pattern
Cardioid
Orientation
Side Address
Circuitry
Solid-State
Pad
None
High-Pass Filter
None
Tone Adjustment
None
Gain Adjustment
None
Indicators
1 x Green/Red Single LED (Mute, Power)
On-Board Controls
Mic Mute
Windscreen
None
Frequency Range
30 Hz to 18 kHz
Maximum SPL
132 dB SPL (1 kHz, 1% THD)
Sensitivity
-32 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
78 dB
Equivalent Noise Level
16 dB A-Weighted
Output Connectors (Analog)
None
Output Connectors (Digital)
1 x USB Type-B Female (on Mic)
Headphone Connector
1 x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm
Wireless Connectivity
None
Bluetooth
None
A/D Conversion
16 / 24-Bit
Sample Rate
48 / 96 kHz
Operating System Support
Windows, macOS/OS X
Mobile Device Compatibility
None
Available Port
USB (Interface Unspecified)
Bus Power
USB
Operating Voltage
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Color
Gray
Mounting
Shockmount (Included)
Included Case
None
Included Filters
None
Dimensions
ø: 1.7 x L: 6.3″ / ø: 4.3 x L: 16 cm
Weight
0.5 lb / 0.2 kg
Included Software
Industry-Standard Software Included
Avid Pro Tools has been an industry standard in studios and homes for decades, and the EM-91CU+ offers you a gateway into the world of Pro Tools with free, included software. Pro Tools | First (available for macOS and Windows operating systems) is easy enough for beginners, yet sophisticated enough for experienced musicians. Get many of the same tools used by your favorite artists and recording studios, collaborate online with anyone, anywhere, and create at the speed of your imagination. You also get Tracktion’s Waveform OEM and the DAW Essentials Collection. In addition to the powerful plug-ins within Pro Tools | First, this mic comes with the exclusive Mackie Musician Collection featuring 23 fantastic plug-ins:
Avid 304E EQ: Add musical warmth with a treble and bass equalizer with sweepable mid control
Avid 304C Compressor: Tweak the clarity, balance, and rhythmic feel of music with this optical-modeled compressor
BBD Delay: Create delay, chorus, and vibrato effects based on a classic guitar pedal
Black Op Distortion: Add rich distortion based on a classic distortion pedal
Black Shiny Wah: Achieve the famous classic tones of a respected wah wah pedal
Black Spring Reverb: Get the twang and space of a vintage amplifier
C1 Chorus: Emulates a classic chorus pedal
DC Distortion: Dial up a range of overdriven tones with this Avid custom distortion effect
Eleven Lite: Get the sound of popular guitar amps and speaker cabinets
Flanger: Create esoteric sounds with this homage to vintage and modern flangers
Graphic EQ: Sculpt frequencies with ease
Gray Compressor: Add warmth to tracks based on a vintage Ross compressor
Green JRC Overdrive: Get the coveted sounds of a classic IC overdrive pedal
In-Tune: Keep your instruments in tune with this digital tuner
Orange Phaser: Create interesting effects with this phase shifter based on a classic design
Roto Speaker: Recreate the sounds of a Leslie rotary speaker cabinet
Sci-Fi: Add analog synth-type ring and frequency modulation
Studio Reverb: Create natural-sounding reverb and ambient effects
Tape Echo: Add vintage analog delay and chorus effects
Tri Knob Fuzz: Get the Hendrix tone with this fuzz box based on one of the first fuzz pedals
Vari-Fi: Create the effect of audio changing tape speed
Vibe Phaser: Add phase-shift and rotary speaker effects
White Boost: Boost gain without coloring tone
With its cardioid polar pattern, the mic rejects sound coming from behind the capsule to tamp down on pesky room ambience; this is a plus for many people who podcast from their home. All the accoutrements you need to get started are included. Mount the mic in the supplied shockmount, plug the included USB cable to your computer, and you’re good to go. As a significant bonus to the entry-level engineer, the EM-91CU+ ships with a download for ProTools | First and Waveform DAW software and The Musician’s Collection plug-in package including 23 high-quality plug-ins such as BBD Delay, Level Lite, 304E EQ, and 304C Compressor as well as the DAW Essentials Collection, which includes 16 contemporary FX plug-ins to get your recordings polished for broadcast.
EM-91CU vs EM-91CU+
Compared to the original EM-91CU, the “+” model introduces a few key improvements.
Built-in 3.5mm headphone output for convenient real-time monitoring
Onboard mute button to cut the mic between parts
Support for high-resolution sample rates up to 96 kHz
Plug-and-Play Setup with Your Device
Get started right away, as this mic works directly with your computer. No separate interface or preamp is required.
Cardioid Polar Pattern for Untreated Rooms
The microphone makes use of a directional cardioid polar pattern to minimize off-axis sound. This polar pattern naturally, yet effectively tamps down room tone and focuses the audio capture on what’s directly in front of the mic, so everyone can clearly hear your voice.
Studio-Quality Audio Capture
The mic records audio at either 24-bit / 48 kHz or 16-bit / 96 kHz, giving you studio-quality capture for your productions.
Handy Hardware Included
With an included shockmount and USB cable, you can get up and running right away. Simply place the mic in the mount and run the USB cable from the mic into your computer.
