Slate Digital VMS ML-2 Modeling Microphone

VMS ML-2 Modeling Microphone:

The VMS ML-2 microphone is the second model in our award-winning Virtual Microphone System lineup. This small diaphragm microphone can recreate the tone of an entire mic locker of instrument mics, including dynamics like the 57 and 421, cardioid models of classic ribbons like the 121, other well-known small diaphragm mics like the 451 and 222, and even large diaphragm mics like the famous 414 and tube 67.

This requires an iLok 2 or 3.

The VMS ML-2 microphone, like its older brother, the ML-1, was designed to provide an ultra-linear response with minimal distortion, allowing it to serve as a blank canvas for our modeling software.

Excellent handling of overload situations:

During the creation of the VMS ML-2, we evaluated a huge variety of mics and discovered that even the most costly small diaphragm microphone designs saturate when micing particularly loud and transient-rich sources, such as near mic’d drums. As a result, we included a custom switch to the ML-2 called “Dynamic,” which attenuates the mic’s output and repolarizes the capsule, allowing the ML-2 to be utilized at extremely high SPL levels without overloading or saturating. As a result, it can be utilized as a dynamic microphone on drums, guitar cabs, and other instruments.

To get the most out of the VMS ML-2, connect it to our VRS8 interface, which features eight VMS Ultra Linear mic preamps. Furthermore, the ML-2 is available a la carte and can be used with any preamp, although we cannot guarantee that the software emulations are accurate.

The built-in mod switch enables you to capture loud sources without distortion.

Most small-diaphragm microphones will audibly distort when exposed to loud sound sources, but the VMS ML-2 includes a built-in adaptation to overcome this physical reality. Flipping the switch pads the input circuit and repolarizes the capsule. VMS ML-2 provides you with the necessary headroom to record louder sources, such as close-miked drums, without distortion.

Tailored for Slate’s Virtual Microphone System.

The VMS ML-2 is an ideal complement for Slate’s Virtual Microphone System. Whether used with Slate’s VRS8 audio interface or your own clean-sounding preamp, it produces a coloration-free signal. When combined with the bundled VMS microphone modeling software, it provides an incredible range of microphone models, including dynamics, cardioid models of classic ribbons, well-known small-diaphragm mics, and even large-diaphragm mics.

Overview of Mic Models Included in VMS ML-2:

S-47F: This model is based on a German FET microphone recognized for its rounded highs, weighty mids, and enormous bottom end. Try it with kick drums, bass cabinets, and toms.
The S-67, which emulates a large-diaphragm tube condenser, boasts smooth, subdued highs, a rich midrange, and a powerful low-end. Test this simulation on everything from guitars and basses to snares and overheads.
S-7: This model generates a microphone that is commonly used on broadcasting platforms, with an emphasis on the midrange. Try it on vocals, but be prepared to hear suitable tones for kicks, toms, snares, basses, guitars, and more.
S-E20: With an even frequency response and a beautifully rounded tone, the S-E20 is based on a microphone popularized in the 1970s and used on the voices of vocalists such as Thom Yorke and Stevie Wonder. This concept works well with drums, guitars, and vocals.
S-57 Vintage: This model is based on an early 1980s dynamic 57, which was recognized for its powerful midrange and clean treble response.
S-Custom Snare: A customized version of the S-57, this simulation is optimized to improve the sound of snare drums.
S-57 Modern: This model is identical to the S-57 Vintage, but with a smoother middle and more noticeable highs.
S-112: For a vintage kick sound, consider this microphone simulation, which has a rounded midrange for kick presence and a thick low end.
S-421: This emulator replicates a classic dynamic microphone that is commonly used on toms, guitar cabinets, and even trumpets. It has a strong middle and a powerful bass response.
S-Custom Tom: A modified variant of the S-421, this model adds top-end and bass to the sound, scooping out some of the midrange to give you a more polished rack- and floor-tom timbre right at the source.
S-414 Normal: This emulation models a classic FET large diaphragm condenser microphone, one with clear and present mids, extended highs, and a fat low end. Try it on overheads, guitars, bass cabinets, toms, and horns.
S-414: Dynamic Similar to the S-414 normal, this emulation makes use of the ML-2’s dynamic mode for exceedingly loud sources.
S-12: For a vintage kick drum sound, try this microphone emulation, which provides crisp highs and warm lows.
S-Custom Kick: If you’re craving a little more attack and punch on your kick drum, as well as a modern, more defined low-end, try this model over the S-12.
S-121 Normal: This emulation seeks to recreate one of the most venerated ribbon microphones of all time, giving you fat lows and muted highs. Try this on horns, strings, guitar cabs, overheads, drum rooms, and even vocals.
S-121 Dynamic: For exceedingly loud sources that deserve ribbon treatment nonetheless, try this model, which makes use of the ML-2’s Dynamic mode.
S-222: Emulating a small-diaphragm tube microphone, this microphone is suitable for drum overheads and acoustic instruments, as it’s bright but not harsh, present yet smooth, and fairly flat in the low end.
S-451: Modeling a notable small-diaphragm condenser, this emulation provides a smooth and clear sound that complements overheads, snares, hi-hats, toms, and more.
Slate Digital ML-2 features:
Ultra-linear, sonically neutral condenser microphone
Combine it with the included VMS mic modeling software for unlimited sonic options
The pad switch also repolarizes the mic capsule, greatly enhancing headroom for loud sound sources
Compact design fits in tight spaces such as over toms and inside pianos
It gives you more control over your recorded sounds during mixdown
Includes license for classical Instruments
macOS
Minimum: macOS 10.15 or later
Recommended: macOS 11 or later
Intel or Apple Silicon (M1) Processor
AU, VST2, VST3, or AAX 64-bit host

Windows:

VMS ML-2 can be used in both Windows 10 or 11
Intel or AMD Processor, 4GB RAM
VST2, VST3, or AAX 64-bit host

iLok Requirements:

All Access Pass can be used with iLok Cloud and does not require an iLok USB dongle. You will just need an active internet connection to use iLok Cloud
PerpetualBuy Now” individual plugin licenses require an iLok 2 or iLok 3 USB dongle.