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Milab DC-96C

Milab DC-96C Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

The newest version of the classic Milab DC-96. Received stellar reviews and was nominated as "microphone of the year" in Resolution Magazine upon its release.

Milab DC-96C Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone

The newest version of the classic Milab DC-96. Received stellar reviews and was nominated as "microphone of the year" in Resolution Magazine upon its release.

Milab’s new mic is a winner. The DC-96C sparkles with clarity on the high end, yet retains the low-end warmth of the DC-96B.” – Tape Op Magazine

Every now and then a mic crosses my path that really turns my head and frankly blows me away. The DC-96B and C are just such mics… just scary good on everything.”Recording Magazine

The latest addition to the classic Milab DC family is the DC-96C, a side-addressed large membrane microphone designed mainly for studio work, but also excellent for many live applications.

The original DC-96 was released in the late 1960’s. In 1983, it was replaced by the updated DC-96B which would become one of the most iconic Milab models. The “C”-version has been equipped with Milab’s latest capsule and amplifier technology to make sure that the DC-series remains at the top of the game. In fact, Resolution Magazine said that the Milab DC-96C “is a great example of how a classic design can and should be reinvigorated.”

The DC-96C is suitable for a wide range of applications, including studio vocals, acoustic guitar and piano, hi-hats and overheads, guitar amps and more.

These mics picked up the body and depth of the soul of the instrument beautifully. […] The low end that the Milabs capture is absolutely stunning as well. There were moments where I couldn’t believe how richly the mic captured the bass of the guitar.”Recording Hacks

Package includes: 1930 shockmount, 3403 windscreen and an individual frequency graph.

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Specifications

  • Product name

    Milab DC-96C
  • Type

    Condenser
  • Article number

    1138
  • Frequency response

    20 to 20,000 Hz
  • Polar pattern

    Cardioid
  • Pre-attenuation pad

    -12 dB
  • Max SPL (1 % THD at 1 kHz)

    132 dB
  • Max SPL with 12 dB pad

    144 dB
  • Sensitivity at 1 kHz

    21,5 mV/Pa (± 1 dB)
  • A-weighted noise level (IEC 179-A)

    11 dB (typical); 12 dB (max)
  • Power supply

    48 ± 4 V Phantom (DIN/IEC)
  • Current consumption

    4.2 mA
  • Output impedance

    <200 Ω
  • Minimum load impedance

    1 kΩ
  • Connection

    3-pin XLR
  • Length

    145 mm
  • Diameter

    27 mm
  • Net weight

    220 g

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In summary, this is an extremely capable little microphone, and a pair of them would undoubtedly cover nearly every base. It's a great example of how a classic design can and should be reinvigorated.
Resolution Magazine