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product_id: 331682612
title: "990 Condenser Microphone for Podcasting, Singing, Home Studio Recording, Gaming & Streaming | Red LED lights | XLR | Large Diaphragm (Blaze)"
brand: "mxl"
price: "$352"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Mxl"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/331682612-990-condenser-microphone-for-podcasting-singing-home-studio-recording-gaming
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
---

# Cardioid pattern reduces background noise 4 built-in red LED lights 6μ gold-sputtered diaphragm 990 Condenser Microphone for Podcasting, Singing, Home Studio Recording, Gaming & Streaming | Red LED lights | XLR | Large Diaphragm (Blaze)

**Brand:** mxl
**Price:** $352
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎤 Ignite your sound and your setup with the MXL 990 Blaze – where pro audio meets bold style.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 990 Condenser Microphone for Podcasting, Singing, Home Studio Recording, Gaming & Streaming | Red LED lights | XLR | Large Diaphragm (Blaze) by mxl
- **How much does it cost?** $352 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/331682612-990-condenser-microphone-for-podcasting-singing-home-studio-recording-gaming)

## Best For

- mxl enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted mxl brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Vibrant Visual Vibe:** Built-in red LED glow adds a bold, modern aesthetic to your streaming or recording setup.
- • **Wide Frequency Range:** 30 Hz to 20 kHz response captures every vocal nuance, perfect for singers, gamers, and content creators.
- • **Focused Noise Rejection:** Cardioid polar pattern isolates your voice, cutting out distractions for studio-quality clarity.
- • **Crystal-Clear Audio Capture:** 6-micron gold-sputtered diaphragm delivers silky highs and rich lows for pro-grade sound.
- • **Versatile Pro Compatibility:** Works seamlessly with XLR interfaces and +48V phantom power for all your podcasting and studio needs.

## Overview

The MXL 990 Blaze is a large-diaphragm condenser microphone featuring a 6-micron gold-sputtered diaphragm and cardioid polar pattern for precise, noise-reduced audio capture. Equipped with four red LED lights, it offers a striking visual presence ideal for podcasters, streamers, and home studio artists. Compatible with XLR connections and requiring +48V phantom power, it delivers a wide 30 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response, making it a versatile choice for professional-quality vocal and instrument recording.

## Description

The 990 Blaze and Blizzard were designed with the modern content creator in mind. Choose between the Blizzard or Blaze and elevate your audio setup. The 990 remains one of the industry’s most ground-breaking microphones. The first high-quality condenser microphone to come into reach of working musicians, the MXL 990 has a FET preamp and a large diaphragm for truly professional sound quality in both digital and analog recordings. This revolutionary condenser microphone continues to astound artists with its silky, high end and tight, solid low and midrange reproduction.

Review: Great sounding small diaphragm mic, surprisingly good! Blaze edition did not come with a case or shock mount, maybe that’s why it’s a little cheaper. tacky LED’s produce a strange red glow around the inner capsule. Amplifier has SM components so not easy to mod. Pretty steep pres. Rise centered at 10khz but it works, not harsh like the 770 and not as aggressive as a TLM 103. Aimed at the podcasters but is great for home studio shiz.
Review: It condenses. It listens to my problems, and is pretty attractive. Even the packaging is nice (they give you a sweet MXL sticker). Something about the menacing red glow is actually quite calming, and mine, and my girlfriend's voice come through quite clear when recording videos for YouTube. This is your entry level XLR that does the job right. Reverse preface: I'm not ad-vanced enough to get in to the nuances of why my previous SHURE mic was "better" in the eyes of critics, or why a Rode ABCDEF can condenser better highers/lowers. This is a layman's review. I just love music, and media. Ease of setup, Durability (is thick), Compatibility with most DAWS/Interfaces that support XLR. See pictures for detailed explanation of how to plug it in.

## Features

- ACCURATELY REPRODUCES AUDIO - The MXL Mics 990 Blaze has a 6-micron gold-sputtered diaphragm tube that captures your vocal low ends, midrange, and silky high ends.
- REDUCES BACKGROUND NOISE PICKUP - The microphone features a cardioid polar pattern, which cancels out off-axis (sides) audio. You can record your voice or guitar clearer with MXL Mics 990 Blaze!
- OFFERS GLOWING RED LIGHTS - When you use the MXL Mics 990, the four built-in red LED bulbs in the mic grille glow automatically.
- WORKS WITH VARIOUS APPLICATIONS - You can use this microphone for voice overs, podcasting, gaming, studio recording of vocals and instruments. Its wide 30 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response is suitable for both male or female vocalists.
- REQUIRES +48V PHANTOM POWER - The MXL Mics 990 Blaze is powered by +48V phantom power. It is compatible with audio interfaces with mic preamps such as PreSonus AudioBox 96.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07RHWBBJT |
| Audio sensitivity | 20 Decibels |
| Colour | Black with Black Chrome |
| Compatible devices | Laptop |
| Department | Unisex |
| Frequency response | 20 KHz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00801813193572 |
| Impedance | 200 Ohms |
| Included components | MXL 990 Blaze, MXL MT-001 Mount |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 25.1 x 10.9 x 9.9 centimeters |
| Item model number | MXL990BLAZE |
| Item weight | 1.45 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Marshall Electronics |
| Material | Metal |
| Microphone form factor | Large Diaphragm |
| Number of batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Number of channels | 1 |
| Polar pattern | Unidirectional |
| Power source | Corded Electric |
| Product Dimensions | 25.15 x 10.92 x 9.91 cm; 657.71 g |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 80 dB |
| Special features | Stand |
| UPC | 801813193572 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** MXL
- **Connectivity technology:** XLR
- **Connector type:** XLR
- **Model name:** 990 BLAZE
- **Recommended uses for product:** Singing, Streaming

## Images

![990 Condenser Microphone for Podcasting, Singing, Home Studio Recording, Gaming & Streaming | Red LED lights | XLR | Large Diaphragm (Blaze) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ajFA0RhVL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***S on 16 September 2021*

Great sounding small diaphragm mic, surprisingly good! Blaze edition did not come with a case or shock mount, maybe that’s why it’s a little cheaper. tacky LED’s produce a strange red glow around the inner capsule. Amplifier has SM components so not easy to mod. Pretty steep pres. Rise centered at 10khz but it works, not harsh like the 770 and not as aggressive as a TLM 103. Aimed at the podcasters but is great for home studio shiz.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***M on 25 October 2025*

It condenses. It listens to my problems, and is pretty attractive. Even the packaging is nice (they give you a sweet MXL sticker). Something about the menacing red glow is actually quite calming, and mine, and my girlfriend's voice come through quite clear when recording videos for YouTube. This is your entry level XLR that does the job right. Reverse preface: I'm not ad-vanced enough to get in to the nuances of why my previous SHURE mic was "better" in the eyes of critics, or why a Rode ABCDEF can condenser better highers/lowers. This is a layman's review. I just love music, and media. Ease of setup, Durability (is thick), Compatibility with most DAWS/Interfaces that support XLR. See pictures for detailed explanation of how to plug it in.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by P***E on 23 January 2022*

This microphone sounds fantastic and looks really cool when it is in the shop of a streaming setup. The biggest thing to remember with this microphone is that they require a 48V power to run them, so it needs an audio interface if used on a PC. The sound quality is rather good, and I have not had any problems while running this microphone and the red accents from the lights within the mic give it a nice glow that adds to the aesthetic. The only downside I have for this mic is that it doesn't have a pop filter made specifically for it (at least that I could find) which can easily be remedied by a pop filter that sits in front of the mic instead of over the housing. I would definitely recommend this mic to anyone looking to upgrade from a USB mic or a headset.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-20*