Slate Digital ML-2A mic pair models 27 classics

Slate Digital released the ML-2A matched pair so engineers can emulate a massive mic locker without spending a fortune on vintage gear.

Hardware improvements and physical features

• The set features matched small-diaphragm capacitors, and the units utilize premium components to upgrade the previous ML-2 design.
• It rocks a wider dynamic range, and the brand promises the mics deliver polished sonic detail for critical listening.
• Switches for a -20dB pad and high-pass filtering are onboard, so the hardware can handle loud sources without breaking a sweat.
• They included a mounting bar in the box, which makes the setup of coincident stereo arrays much easier for the user.

Software integration and sonic modeling

• The ML-2A pairs with the VMS plugin, and the software replicates the audio of popular designs alongside rare vintage units.
• Processing has zero latency, so engineers can audition sounds during tracking or swap models while mixing the project.
• The library currently holds 27 mic profiles, and the list includes simulations of gear from Shure, Sennheiser, and Neumann.
• Users can blend models as needed, and it is even possible to adjust the proximity effect to tweak the tone.

Executive statements and purchase details

• Chad Carrier says the new generation offers extended headroom, and he claims it unlocks their entire library of mic models.
• The box includes three months of the Complete Access Bundle, which features over 150 plugins from Slate Digital and SSL.
• Dealers are selling the matched pairs now, and the price sits at 358.80 Pounds or 399 Euros for the package.