MXL 550/551 Review
Studio Microphone Ensemble Kit
Introduction
In this article, we delve into a detailed analysis of 3,609 user reviews from various languages worldwide to examine the MXL 550/551. This analysis is performed by the RR artificial intelligence and updated daily with newly submitted reviews. The RR AI utilizes a complex algorithm to first scrutinize user reviews for credibility, filtering out unreliable ones. It then proceeds to dissect and evaluate the valuable insights within these reviews, providing users with ratings regarding the features of this product. Based on these assessments, users can make informed decisions about whether this product is suitable for them or not.
Ratings Based on Features
These results are a summary of user reviews of the MXL 550/551. For example, 83% of 358 users who have commented on the Value for money of the MXL 550/551 have given positive feedback.
Highlighted Customer Reviews
Showing 1 to 12 of 12 Reviews
Very unhappy
MXL 550/551 Microphone Ensemble Kit (Red)
Reviewed by jackthemac on B&H Photo Video
In contrast to how it is worded in the description of the mics, the 551 is NOT a large diaphram mic. This is a repackaging of the 990-991 combo mics. Both the 550 and 551 have the same diaphram size. Same splashy, harsh top end....
Valued equipment
MXL 550/551 Microphone Ensemble Kit (Red)
Reviewed by Carbonhead on B&H Photo Video
I'm a musician and home recording my own stuff. I used these mics both for close miking acoustic instruments and overall ambiance miking, and they gave very good performance in both. I'm not so much obsessive about flat frequency response, and I'm not running a full equipped studio; so these are more than enough for me. Unbelievably great performance for the price, especially on acoustic instruments, low weight, works directly with the 48V phantom power of my firewire sound interface, also suitable for stereo ambiance miking as a pair when needed, with a really slight difference in frequency response. Worst thing about them is, although it's said that they are cardioid, they are in fact somewhere between cardioid and omni. ... More
Excellent Value!
MXL 550/551 Microphone Ensemble Kit (Red)
Reviewed by PA Mc on B&H Photo Video
The mics are perfect for recording to a laptop via a Lexicon Omega and cubase LE 4. Vocal mic is warm & responsive. Instrument mic is amazingly well balanced. Placed in a boom directly over the drum kit this mic picks up everything clearly and naturally, even the kick drum.No complaints about anything yet.Note: B&H price was $ less than everybody else on the web ... Overall very satisfied with the mics and B&H
MXL Ensemble Mic Kit
MXL 550/551 Microphone Ensemble Kit (Red)
Reviewed by Claeton on B&H Photo Video
I use these microphones for home recording of instruments, vocals and drums. They are a nice addition to the MXL microphones I already own. If you've never used a condenser microphone this is a great place to start. The audio clarity sounds vastly different from using a regular handheld dynamic microphone. If your looking for a step up with a reasonable price this is a perfect microphone set to purchase. The ensemble kit only gives the user two basic microphone mounts which is sort of cheap in comparison to the fancy shock mounts. Great mics simple mounts.
what a deal
MXL 550/551 Microphone Ensemble Kit (Red)
Reviewed by WashburnRocker on B&H Photo Video
I am a recent audio grad and not having a lot of money I bought this kit and WOW! In class I was able to use a lot of high dollar mics and these 2 mics have helped me get that high quality without going broke. Both mics have a cardiod pattern and really good Freq. response for vocals or any acoustic instrument. If you are wanting good sound without having to brake the bank, this is your deal.
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MXL 550/551 Microphone Ensemble Kit (Red)
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
I wanted a mic for recording videos in my room with my guitar and voice. These mics give a great sound, i can just imagine what they will sound like in a real studio! Overall great mics for a great price!!!!!!!
Great mics
MXL 550/551 Microphone Ensemble Kit (Red)
Reviewed by shawn j. on B&H Photo Video
i bought 2 sets of these in dec of 2015 or a Christmas production. i used the 2 550's on thetimpani's, one of the 551's on the chimes, the other one on flute and they sounded great. i use them for all of our productions and use one of the 550's on the electric guitar on a regular basses. do keep in mind that they are still only $80, but i would defiantly recommend them.
Excellent value
MXL 550 / 551R Microphone Ensemble
Reviewed by Scott C. on Reverb
These are really good sounding mics for the money, an excellent value. They look good and sound better. Nice that they come complete with holders. I use them for recording vocals and my acoustic piano. Takes some practice to get the right distance to the mic but when you get it right it sounds great. Good little storage case too. Sounds just as good as my AT2020.
These are great
MXL 550 / 551R Microphone Ensemble
Reviewed by Jordan D. on Reverb
I used to use the MXL 440 and man was this a cheap upgrade. The quality is amazing. I personally use them for making music and making YouTube vids. If you want to check the quality I have two videos with me using them as of writing this. YT username StrandedAcai. Vids with mic. Kingdom Hearts Ep 4-5
Good and Cheap
MXL 550/551 Microphone Ensemble Kit (Red)
Reviewed by Kalaika on B&H Photo Video
I had a 603 and liked it for certain instruments. I read that the 551 is essentially the same mic, so I purchased the set for that. But I was pleasantly surprised by the 550 for vocals. The 551 is as expected.
Can't beat it for the price
MXL 550/551 Microphone Ensemble Kit (Red)
Reviewed by Chris on B&H Photo Video
A great little set. Good for recoding vocals or instruments. The sound quality is great.
Love It
MXL 550/551 Microphone Ensemble Kit (Red)
Reviewed on B&H Photo Video
A great product
